Airport Comparison
| GIG | ROP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Benjamin Taisacan Manglona International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | ROP |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | PGRO |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Rota Island |
| Country | Brazil | MP |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Pacific/Saipan |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 606 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 14.170000, 145.240000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Rota Island (ROP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Benjamin Taisacan Manglona International Airport (ROP) in Rota Island, MP is 18,703 kilometers (11,621 miles / 10,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.
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 MP. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:37 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 18:37 in Rota Island. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Rota Island (ROP) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 138° (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 Benjamin Taisacan Manglona International Airport (ROP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.