Airport Comparison
| CFQ | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Art Sutcliffe Field | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | CFQ | GIG |
| ICAO Code | CAJ3 | SBGL |
| City | Creston | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Canada | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Creston | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 2,070 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 49.040000, -116.500000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Creston (CFQ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Art Sutcliffe Field (CFQ) in Creston, Canada to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 10,765 kilometers (6,689 miles / 5,813 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.
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 Canada 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 19:42 in Creston, it's 23:42 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 2,042 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Art Sutcliffe Field.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Creston (CFQ) follows a heading of 321° (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 Art Sutcliffe Field (CFQ) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.