Airport Comparison
| GIG | HSZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Hsinchu Air Base |
| IATA Code | GIG | HSZ |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | RCPO |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Hsinchu City |
| Country | Brazil | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 24.820000, 120.940000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Hsinchu City (HSZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Hsinchu Air Base (HSZ) in Hsinchu City, Taiwan is 18,392 kilometers (11,428 miles / 9,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east at a heading of 79°.
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 Taiwan. 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 05:48 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 16:48 in Hsinchu City. 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.
The return flight from Hsinchu City (HSZ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 275° (west). 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 Hsinchu Air Base (HSZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.