Airport Comparison
| GIG | PRG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Václav Havel Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | PRG |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | LKPR |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Prague |
| Country | Brazil | Czech Republic |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Prague |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,247 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 50.100000, 14.260000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Prague (PRG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic is 9,879 kilometers (6,138 miles / 5,334 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.
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 Czech Republic. 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 02:58 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 06:58 in Prague. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,219 feet between the two airports. Václav Havel Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Prague (PRG) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 231° (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 Václav Havel Airport (PRG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.