Airport Comparison
| GIG | MTX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Metro Field |
| IATA Code | GIG | MTX |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | KMTF |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Fairbanks |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 432 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 64.810000, -147.760000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Fairbanks (MTX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Metro Field (MTX) in Fairbanks, United States is 12,975 kilometers (8,062 miles / 7,006 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.
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 States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:37 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 14:37 in Fairbanks. 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.
The return flight from Fairbanks (MTX) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 87° (east). 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 Metro Field (MTX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.