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Airport Comparison
| GIG | RDU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Raleigh-Durham International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | RDU |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | KRDU |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Raleigh/Durham |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 435 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 35.880000, -78.790000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Raleigh/Durham (RDU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States is 7,520 kilometers (4,673 miles / 4,061 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 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 13:53 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 12:53 in Raleigh/Durham.
The return flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 145° (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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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