BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
7,792 km
4,842 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
7,792 km
4,842 mi / 4,207 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
244°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

BGU GIG
Airport Name Bangassou Airport Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code BGU GIG
ICAO Code FEFG SBGL
City Bangassou Rio De Janeiro
Country Central African Republic Brazil
Timezone Africa/Bangui America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 1,706 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 4.790000, 22.780000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Bangassou (BGU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 7,792 kilometers (4,842 miles / 4,207 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:34 in Bangassou, it's 22:34 in Rio De Janeiro. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,678 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Bangassou Airport.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Bangassou (BGU) follows a heading of 76° (east 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 Bangassou Airport (BGU) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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