Airport Comparison
| GIG | QAK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | QAK |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SBBQ |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Barbacena |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3,657 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -21.270000, -43.760000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Barbacena (QAK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) in Barbacena, Brazil is 179 kilometers (111 miles / 97 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
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 15:10 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 15:10 in Barbacena.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,629 feet between the two airports. Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Barbacena (QAK) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 163° (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 Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.