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Airport Comparison
| GIG | LPB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | El Alto International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | LPB |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SLLP |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | La Paz / El Alto |
| Country | Brazil | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 13,355 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -16.510000, -68.190000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to La Paz / El Alto (LPB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to El Alto International Airport (LPB) in La Paz / El Alto, Bolivia is 2,700 kilometers (1,678 miles / 1,458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 281°.
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 an international route connecting Brazil with Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:57 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 23:57 in La Paz / El Alto.
There is a significant elevation difference of 13,327 feet between the two airports. El Alto International Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from La Paz / El Alto (LPB) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). 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 El Alto International Airport (LPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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