The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) in Orkney Islands, United Kingdom is 9,816 kilometers (6,099 miles / 5,300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:30 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 01:30 in Orkney Islands. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Orkney Islands (KOI) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 217° (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 Kirkwall Airport (KOI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.