Airport Comparison
| GIG | TDK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Taldykorgan Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | TDK |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | UAAT |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Taldy Kurgan |
| Country | Brazil | Kazakhstan |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Almaty |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,944 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 45.130000, 78.450000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Taldy Kurgan (TDK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Taldykorgan Airport (TDK) in Taldy Kurgan, Kazakhstan is 14,240 kilometers (8,848 miles / 7,689 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
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 Kazakhstan. 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 01:11 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 09:11 in Taldy Kurgan. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,916 feet between the two airports. Taldykorgan Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Taldy Kurgan (TDK) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 275° (west). 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 Taldykorgan Airport (TDK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.