The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Roma Airport (RMA) in Roma, Australia is 14,376 kilometers (8,933 miles / 7,763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:46 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 06:46 in Roma. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,004 feet between the two airports. Roma Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

The return flight from Roma (RMA) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 166° (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 Roma Airport (RMA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.