The flight distance from Chelinda Malawi Airport (CEH) in Chelinda Malawi Airport, Malawi to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 8,239 kilometers (5,119 miles / 4,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

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 Malawi 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 02:35 in Chelinda Malawi Airport, it's 21:35 in Rio De Janeiro. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,731 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Chelinda Malawi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Chelinda Malawi Airport (CEH) follows a heading of 95° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chelinda Malawi Airport (CEH) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.