The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 11,181 kilometers (6,947 miles / 6,037 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:59 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 08:59 in Thule.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 156° (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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.