Airport Comparison
| GIG | TJB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Tanjung Balai Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | TJB |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | WIBT |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Karinmunbesar Island |
| Country | Brazil | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 1.050000, 103.380000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Karinmunbesar Island (TJB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Tanjung Balai Airport (TJB) in Karinmunbesar Island, Indonesia is 15,675 kilometers (9,740 miles / 8,464 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 Indonesia. 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 16:59 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 02:59 in Karinmunbesar Island. With a 10-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 Karinmunbesar Island (TJB) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 234° (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 Tanjung Balai Airport (TJB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.