Airport Comparison
| GIG | SIP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Simferopol International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | SIP |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | UKFF |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Simferopol |
| Country | Brazil | Ukraine |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Simferopol |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 639 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 45.050000, 33.980000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Simferopol (SIP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Simferopol International Airport (SIP) in Simferopol, Ukraine is 10,841 kilometers (6,736 miles / 5,854 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.
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 Ukraine. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:45 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 19:45 in Simferopol. With a 6-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 Simferopol (SIP) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 245° (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 Simferopol International Airport (SIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.