Airport Comparison
| GIG | SCZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | SCZ |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | AGGL |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova |
| Country | Brazil | Solomon Islands |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 18 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -10.720000, 165.790000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova (SCZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport (SCZ) in Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova, Solomon Islands is 15,126 kilometers (9,399 miles / 8,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.
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 Solomon Islands. 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 22:33 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 12:33 in Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova. With a 14-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 Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova (SCZ) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 140° (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 Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport (SCZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.