Airport Comparison
| GIG | QBC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Bella Coola Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | QBC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYBD |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Bella Coola |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 117 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 52.390000, -126.600000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Bella Coola (QBC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Bella Coola Airport (QBC) in Bella Coola, Canada is 11,565 kilometers (7,186 miles / 6,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.
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 Canada. 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 20:51 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 15:51 in Bella Coola. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Bella Coola (QBC) 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 Bella Coola Airport (QBC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.