Airport Comparison
| GIG | MTF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Mizan Teferi Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | MTF |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | HAMT |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Mizan Teferi |
| Country | Brazil | Ethiopia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 4,396 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 6.960000, 35.550000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Mizan Teferi (MTF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Mizan Teferi Airport (MTF) in Mizan Teferi, Ethiopia is 9,172 kilometers (5,699 miles / 4,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 79°.
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 Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:32 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 23:32 in Mizan Teferi. 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 4,368 feet between the two airports. Mizan Teferi Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Mizan Teferi (MTF) 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 Mizan Teferi Airport (MTF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.