Airport Comparison
| GIG | LFO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Kelafo East Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | LFO |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | HAKL |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Kelafo |
| Country | Brazil | Ethiopia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Addis_Ababa |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,730 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 5.660000, 44.350000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Kelafo (LFO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Kelafo East Airport (LFO) in Kelafo, Ethiopia is 10,006 kilometers (6,218 miles / 5,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 84°.
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 Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:40 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 10:40 in Kelafo. With a 6-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 1,702 feet between the two airports. Kelafo East Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Kelafo (LFO) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 247° (west 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 Kelafo East Airport (LFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.