Airport Comparison
| GIG | NUW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Whidbey Island Nas (Ault Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | NUW |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | KNUW |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Oak Harbor |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 47 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 48.350000, -122.660000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Oak Harbor (NUW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Whidbey Island Nas (Ault Field) Airport (NUW) in Oak Harbor, United States is 11,142 kilometers (6,923 miles / 6,016 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:34 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 16:34 in Oak Harbor. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Oak Harbor (NUW) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 113° (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 Whidbey Island Nas (Ault Field) Airport (NUW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.