Airport Comparison
| GIG | PNZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Senador Nilo Coelho Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | PNZ |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SBPL |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Petrolina |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Bahia |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,263 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -9.360000, -40.570000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Petrolina (PNZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil is 1,523 kilometers (946 miles / 822 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 11°.
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 a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 04:24 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 04:24 in Petrolina.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,235 feet between the two airports. Senador Nilo Coelho Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Petrolina (PNZ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 190° (south). 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 Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.