The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Yaounde Airport (YAO) in Yaounde, Cameroon is 6,638 kilometers (4,125 miles / 3,584 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with Cameroon. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:18 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 00:18 in Yaounde. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,436 feet between the two airports. Yaounde Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

The return flight from Yaounde (YAO) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Yaounde Airport (YAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.