Airport Comparison
| GIG | RRG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | RRG |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | FIMR |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Port Mathurin |
| Country | Brazil | Mauritius |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Indian/Mauritius |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 95 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -19.760000, 63.360000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Port Mathurin (RRG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport (RRG) in Port Mathurin, Mauritius is 10,754 kilometers (6,682 miles / 5,807 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
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 Mauritius. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:10 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 18:10 in Port Mathurin. 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 Port Mathurin (RRG) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 243° (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 Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport (RRG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.