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Airport Comparison
| GIG | RIJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Juan Simons Vela Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | RIJ |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SPJA |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Rioja |
| Country | Brazil | Peru |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 2,707 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -6.070000, -77.160000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Rioja (RIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 4,081 kilometers (2,536 miles / 2,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.
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 Peru. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:00 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 18:00 in Rioja.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,679 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Rioja (RIJ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 121° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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