Airport Comparison
| GIG | QSC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Sao Carlos Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | QSC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SDSC |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Sao Carlos |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 2,649 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -21.880000, -47.900000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Sao Carlos (QSC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil is 489 kilometers (304 miles / 264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 281°.
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 15:33 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 15:33 in Sao Carlos.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,621 feet between the two airports. Sao Carlos Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Sao Carlos (QSC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 103° (east 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 Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.