Airport Comparison
| GIG | VAG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Major Brigadeiro Trompowsky Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | VAG |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SBVG |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Varginha |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3,025 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -21.590000, -45.470000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Varginha (VAG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Major Brigadeiro Trompowsky Airport (VAG) in Varginha, Brazil is 266 kilometers (165 miles / 144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 15:57 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 15:57 in Varginha.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,997 feet between the two airports. Major Brigadeiro Trompowsky Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Varginha (VAG) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). 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 Major Brigadeiro Trompowsky Airport (VAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.