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Airport Comparison
| CAU | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Caruaru Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | CAU | GIG |
| ICAO Code | SNRU | SBGL |
| City | Caruaru | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 1,891 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.280000, -36.010000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Caruaru (CAU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Caruaru Airport (CAU) in Caruaru, Brazil to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 1,791 kilometers (1,113 miles / 967 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 03:57 in Caruaru, it's 03:57 in Rio De Janeiro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,863 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Caruaru Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Caruaru (CAU) follows a heading of 27° (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 Caruaru Airport (CAU) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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