Airport Comparison
| GIG | SAU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Sawu Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | SAU |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | WRKS |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Sawu-Sawu Island |
| Country | Brazil | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Makassar |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 530 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -10.480000, 121.900000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Sawu-Sawu Island (SAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Sawu Airport (SAU) in Sawu-Sawu Island, Indonesia is 15,975 kilometers (9,927 miles / 8,626 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.
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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:29 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 18:29 in Sawu-Sawu Island. With a 11-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 Sawu-Sawu Island (SAU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 204° (south 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 Sawu Airport (SAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.