Airport Comparison
| GIG | OXB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Osvaldo Vieira International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | OXB |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | GGOV |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Bissau |
| Country | Brazil | Guinea-Bissau |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Bissau |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 129 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 11.890000, -15.650000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Bissau (OXB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (OXB) in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau is 4,891 kilometers (3,039 miles / 2,641 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Guinea-Bissau. 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 07:44 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 10:44 in Bissau. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Bissau (OXB) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 218° (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 Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (OXB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.