Airport Comparison
| GIG | GSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Long Pasia Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | GSA |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | WBKN |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Long Miau |
| Country | Brazil | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Kuching |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3,175 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 4.400000, 115.720000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Long Miau (GSA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Long Pasia Airport (GSA) in Long Miau, Malaysia is 16,965 kilometers (10,542 miles / 9,161 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.
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 Brazil with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:07 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 10:07 in Long Miau. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,147 feet between the two airports. Long Pasia Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Long Miau (GSA) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 226° (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 Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Long Pasia Airport (GSA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.