Airport Comparison
| GIG | PHE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Port Hedland International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | PHE |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | YPPD |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Port Hedland |
| Country | Brazil | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -20.380000, 118.630000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Port Hedland (PHE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) in Port Hedland, Australia is 14,826 kilometers (9,212 miles / 8,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:12 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 16:12 in Port Hedland. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Port Hedland (PHE) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 203° (south 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 Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.