Airport Comparison
| ACA | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Juan N Alvarez International Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | ACA | GIG |
| ICAO Code | MMAA | SBGL |
| City | Acapulco | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Mexico | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 16.760000, -99.750000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Acapulco (ACA) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (ACA) in Acapulco, Mexico to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 7,556 kilometers (4,695 miles / 4,080 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.
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 Mexico with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:43 in Acapulco, it's 07:43 in Rio De Janeiro. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Acapulco (ACA) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (ACA) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.