Airport Comparison
| GIG | TAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | TAC |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | RPVA |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Tacloban City |
| Country | Brazil | Philippines |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Manila |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 11.230000, 125.030000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Tacloban City (TAC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC) in Tacloban City, Philippines is 18,225 kilometers (11,325 miles / 9,841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.
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 Philippines. 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 22:52 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 09:52 in Tacloban City. 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 Tacloban City (TAC) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 222° (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 Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport (TAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.