Airport Comparison
| GIG | UGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway |
| IATA Code | GIG | UGL |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SCGC |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Antartica |
| Country | Brazil | AQ |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Antarctica/Palmer |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 2,461 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -79.780000, -83.320000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Antartica (UGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 6,622 kilometers (4,115 miles / 3,576 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south at a heading of 188°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:03 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 00:03 in Antartica.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,433 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Antartica (UGL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 43° (northeast). 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 Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.