Airport Comparison
| GIG | MED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | MED |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | OEMA |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Medina |
| Country | Brazil | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 2,151 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 24.550000, 39.710000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Medina (MED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) in Medina, Saudi Arabia is 10,379 kilometers (6,449 miles / 5,604 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:22 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 07:22 in Medina. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,123 feet between the two airports. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Medina (MED) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 246° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.