Airport Comparison
| GIG | YBE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Uranium City Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YBE |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYBE |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Uranium City |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,044 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 59.560000, -108.480000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Uranium City (YBE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Uranium City Airport (YBE) in Uranium City, Canada is 10,893 kilometers (6,769 miles / 5,882 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.
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 02:30 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 23:30 in Uranium City. 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 1,016 feet between the two airports. Uranium City Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Uranium City (YBE) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 122° (east 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 Uranium City Airport (YBE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.