Airport Comparison
| GIG | RMF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Marsa Alam International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | RMF |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | HEMA |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Marsa Alam |
| Country | Brazil | Egypt |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 251 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 25.560000, 34.580000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Marsa Alam (RMF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) in Marsa Alam, Egypt is 9,956 kilometers (6,187 miles / 5,376 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
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 Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:13 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 23:13 in Marsa Alam. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Marsa Alam (RMF) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 244° (west 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 Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.