CRF
Carnot
Central African Republic
7,121 km
4,425 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
7,121 km
4,425 mi / 3,845 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
242°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

CRF GIG
Airport Name Carnot Airport Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code CRF GIG
ICAO Code FEFC SBGL
City Carnot Rio De Janeiro
Country Central African Republic Brazil
Timezone Africa/Bangui America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 1,985 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 4.940000, 15.890000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Carnot (CRF) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Carnot Airport (CRF) in Carnot, Central African Republic to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 7,121 kilometers (4,425 miles / 3,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 242°.

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 Central African Republic 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 02:13 in Carnot, it's 22:13 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 1,957 feet between the two airports. Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport sits lower than Carnot Airport.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Carnot (CRF) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Carnot Airport (CRF) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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