Airport Comparison
| BGJ | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Borgarfjordur eystri Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | BGJ | GIG |
| ICAO Code | BIBF | SBGL |
| City | Borgarfjordur eystri | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Iceland | Brazil |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 80 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.520000, -13.800000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Borgarfjordur eystri (BGJ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Borgarfjordur eystri Airport (BGJ) in Borgarfjordur eystri, Iceland to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 10,136 kilometers (6,298 miles / 5,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.
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 Iceland with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:32 in Borgarfjordur eystri, it's 06:32 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 Borgarfjordur eystri (BGJ) follows a heading of 12° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Borgarfjordur eystri Airport (BGJ) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.