Airport Comparison
| GIG | UYU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Uyuni Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | UYU |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SLUY |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Quijarro |
| Country | Brazil | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 11,136 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -20.450000, -66.850000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Quijarro (UYU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Uyuni Airport (UYU) in Quijarro, Bolivia is 2,451 kilometers (1,523 miles / 1,323 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 272°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:37 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 04:37 in Quijarro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 11,108 feet between the two airports. Uyuni Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Quijarro (UYU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 100° (east). 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 Uyuni Airport (UYU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.