Airport Comparison
| GIG | YXL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Sioux Lookout Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YXL |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYXL |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Sioux Lookout |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,258 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 50.110000, -91.910000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Sioux Lookout (YXL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) in Sioux Lookout, Canada is 9,414 kilometers (5,850 miles / 5,083 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 13:12 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 10:12 in Sioux Lookout. 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 1,230 feet between the two airports. Sioux Lookout Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Sioux Lookout (YXL) 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 Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.