The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Keningau Airport (KGU) in Keningau, Malaysia is 17,074 kilometers (10,610 miles / 9,219 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.

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 23:49 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 10:49 in Keningau. 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 1,008 feet between the two airports. Keningau Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

The return flight from Keningau (KGU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 227° (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 Keningau Airport (KGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.