CWF
Lake Charles
United States
7,945 km
4,937 miles
GIG
Rio De Janeiro
Brazil
Distance
7,945 km
4,937 mi / 4,290 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
132°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CWF GIG
Airport Name Chennault International Airport Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport
IATA Code CWF GIG
ICAO Code KCWF SBGL
City Lake Charles Rio De Janeiro
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 17 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 30.210000, -93.140000 -22.810000, -43.250000

Lake Charles (CWF) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 7,945 kilometers (4,937 miles / 4,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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 20:58 in Lake Charles, it's 23:58 in Rio De Janeiro. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 316° (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 Chennault International Airport (CWF) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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