Airport Comparison
| GIG | NHF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | New Halfa Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | NHF |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | HSNW |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | New Halfa |
| Country | Brazil | Sudan |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Khartoum |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,480 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 15.360000, 35.730000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to New Halfa (NHF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to New Halfa Airport (NHF) in New Halfa, Sudan is 9,579 kilometers (5,952 miles / 5,172 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.
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 Sudan. 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 13:27 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 18:27 in New Halfa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,452 feet between the two airports. New Halfa Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from New Halfa (NHF) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 245° (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 New Halfa Airport (NHF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.