Airport Comparison
| GIG | YRT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Rankin Inlet Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YRT |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYRT |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Rankin Inlet |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 94 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 62.810000, -92.120000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Rankin Inlet (YRT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) in Rankin Inlet, Canada is 10,440 kilometers (6,487 miles / 5,637 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 06:14 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 03:14 in Rankin Inlet. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Rankin Inlet (YRT) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 136° (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 Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.