Airport Comparison
| GIG | RKT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Ras Al Khaimah International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | RKT |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | OMRK |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Country | Brazil | United Arab Emirates |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Dubai |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 102 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 25.610000, 55.940000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates is 11,951 kilometers (7,426 miles / 6,453 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.
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 Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:01 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 13:01 in Ras Al Khaimah. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). 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 Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.