Airport Comparison
| GIG | TPJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Suketar Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | TPJ |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | VNTJ |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Taplejung |
| Country | Brazil | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 7,990 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 27.350000, 87.700000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Taplejung (TPJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Suketar Airport (TPJ) in Taplejung, Nepal is 15,080 kilometers (9,370 miles / 8,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 Nepal. 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 18:55 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 03:40 in Taplejung. With a 8.75-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 7,962 feet between the two airports. Suketar Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Taplejung (TPJ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 265° (west). 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 Suketar Airport (TPJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.