The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) in San Jose, United States is 10,581 kilometers (6,575 miles / 5,713 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:45 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 05:45 in San Jose. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Jose (RHV) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 115° (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 Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.