Airport Comparison
| EUA | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kaufana Airport | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport |
| IATA Code | EUA | GIG |
| ICAO Code | NFTE | SBGL |
| City | Eua Island | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Tonga | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tongatapu | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 325 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -21.380000, -174.960000 | -22.810000, -43.250000 |
Eua Island (EUA) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kaufana Airport (EUA) in Eua Island, Tonga to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 12,838 kilometers (7,977 miles / 6,932 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.
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 Tonga with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:02 in Eua Island, it's 05:02 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Eua Island (EUA) follows a heading of 230° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kaufana Airport (EUA) and Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.