Airport Comparison
| GIG | XTO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Taroom Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | XTO |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | YTAM |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | N/A |
| Country | Brazil | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Australia/Brisbane |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 240 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -25.800000, 149.900000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Taroom Airport (XTO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Taroom Airport (XTO) in Taroom Airport, Australia is 14,427 kilometers (8,965 miles / 7,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:19 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 08:19 in Taroom Airport. With a 13-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 Taroom Airport (XTO) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 164° (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 Taroom Airport (XTO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.