Airport Comparison
| GIG | NQL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Niquelandia Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | NQL |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SWNQ |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Niquelandia |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 2,756 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -14.430000, -48.490000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Niquelandia (NQL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Niquelandia Airport (NQL) in Niquelandia, Brazil is 1,083 kilometers (673 miles / 585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 22:37 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 22:37 in Niquelandia.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,728 feet between the two airports. Niquelandia Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Niquelandia (NQL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 150° (south southeast). 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 Niquelandia Airport (NQL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.