Airport Comparison
| GIG | RIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | San Nicolas Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | RIM |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SPLN |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Rodriguez de Mendoza |
| Country | Brazil | Peru |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 5,082 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -6.390000, -77.500000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Rodriguez de Mendoza (RIM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to San Nicolas Airport (RIM) in Rodriguez de Mendoza, Peru is 4,096 kilometers (2,545 miles / 2,212 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Peru. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:32 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 13:32 in Rodriguez de Mendoza.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,054 feet between the two airports. San Nicolas Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rodriguez de Mendoza (RIM) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 120° (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 San Nicolas Airport (RIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.