Airport Comparison
| BIF | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | BIF | GIG |
| ICAO Code | KBIF | SBGL |
| City | Fort Bliss/El Paso/ | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 3,947 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.850000, -106.380000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 9,053 kilometers (5,625 miles / 4,888 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 124°.
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 United States 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 23:35 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, it's 03:35 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 3,919 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) follows a heading of 310° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.