GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
9,323 km
5,793 miles
MSE
Manston
United Kingdom
Distance
9,323 km
5,793 mi / 5,034 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
26°
north northeast

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GIG MSE
Airport Name Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport Kent International Airport
IATA Code GIG MSE
ICAO Code SBGL EGMH
City Rio De Janeiro Manston
Country Brazil United Kingdom
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo Europe/London
Elevation 28 ft 178 ft
Coordinates -22.810000, -43.250000 51.340000, 1.350000

Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Manston (MSE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Kent International Airport (MSE) in Manston, United Kingdom is 9,323 kilometers (5,793 miles / 5,034 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:13 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 15:13 in Manston. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Manston (MSE) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 221° (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 Kent International Airport (MSE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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