Airport Comparison
| GIG | QAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Castro Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | QAC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SSQT |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Castro |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3,314 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -24.810000, -49.960000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Castro (QAC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Castro Airport (QAC) in Castro, Brazil is 718 kilometers (446 miles / 388 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.
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 12:32 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 12:32 in Castro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,286 feet between the two airports. Castro Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Castro (QAC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 73° (east northeast). 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 Castro Airport (QAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.