Airport Comparison
| GIG | YKX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Kirkland Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YKX |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYKX |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Kirkland Lake |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,157 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 48.210000, -79.980000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Kirkland Lake (YKX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Kirkland Lake Airport (YKX) in Kirkland Lake, Canada is 8,703 kilometers (5,408 miles / 4,699 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 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 09:28 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 07:28 in Kirkland Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,129 feet between the two airports. Kirkland Lake Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Kirkland Lake (YKX) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 146° (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 Kirkland Lake Airport (YKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.