Airport Comparison
| GIG | JPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Presidente Castro Pinto Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | JPA |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SBJP |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Joao Pessoa |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Fortaleza |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 217 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -7.150000, -34.950000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Joao Pessoa (JPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) in Joao Pessoa, Brazil is 1,955 kilometers (1,215 miles / 1,055 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 07:08 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 07:08 in Joao Pessoa.
The return flight from Joao Pessoa (JPA) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 206° (south 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 Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.