Airport Comparison
| GIG | YAG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Fort Frances Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YAG |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYAG |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Fort Frances |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,125 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 48.650000, -93.440000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Fort Frances (YAG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Fort Frances Municipal Airport (YAG) in Fort Frances, Canada is 9,377 kilometers (5,826 miles / 5,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 Canada. 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 05:17 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 02:17 in Fort Frances. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,097 feet between the two airports. Fort Frances Municipal Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Frances (YAG) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 135° (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 Fort Frances Municipal Airport (YAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.