The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Tabuk Airport (TUU) in Tabuk Airport, Saudi Arabia is 10,272 kilometers (6,383 miles / 5,547 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 06:03 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 12:03 in Tabuk Airport. With a 6-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 2,523 feet between the two airports. Tabuk Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

The return flight from Tabuk Airport (TUU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 245° (west 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 Tabuk Airport (TUU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.