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Airport Comparison
| BWG | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | BWG | GIG |
| ICAO Code | KBWG | SBGL |
| City | Bowling Green | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | United States | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 547 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.960000, -86.420000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Bowling Green (BWG) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport (BWG) in Bowling Green, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 8,039 kilometers (4,995 miles / 4,341 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.
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 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 16:08 in Bowling Green, it's 18:08 in Rio De Janeiro.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Bowling Green (BWG) follows a heading of 325° (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 Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport (BWG) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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