Airport Comparison
| GIG | YGC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Grande Cache Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YGC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CEQ5 |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Grande Cache |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 4,117 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 53.920000, -118.870000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Grande Cache (YGC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Grande Cache Airport (YGC) in Grande Cache, Canada is 11,151 kilometers (6,929 miles / 6,021 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 02:36 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 22:36 in Grande Cache. 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 4,089 feet between the two airports. Grande Cache Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Grande Cache (YGC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 115° (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 Grande Cache Airport (YGC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.