The flight distance from Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) in Bedford Downs Airport, Australia to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 15,443 kilometers (9,596 miles / 8,339 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.

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 Australia with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:55 in Bedford Downs Airport, it's 01:55 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,722 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Bedford Downs Airport.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) follows a heading of 166° (south 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 Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.