Airport Comparison
| GIG | KGF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Sary-Arka International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | KGF |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | UAKK |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Karaganda |
| Country | Brazil | Kazakhstan |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Almaty |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,766 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 49.670000, 73.330000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Karaganda (KGF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Sary-Arka International Airport (KGF) in Karaganda, Kazakhstan is 13,813 kilometers (8,583 miles / 7,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.
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 Kazakhstan. 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 03:01 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 11:01 in Karaganda. With a 8-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 1,738 feet between the two airports. Sary-Arka International Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Karaganda (KGF) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 274° (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 Sary-Arka International Airport (KGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.