Airport Comparison
| GIG | VLU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Velikiye Luki Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | VLU |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | ULOL |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Velikiye Luki |
| Country | Brazil | Russia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Moscow |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 328 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 56.380000, 30.610000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Velikiye Luki (VLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) in Velikiye Luki, Russia is 11,167 kilometers (6,939 miles / 6,030 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.
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 Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:45 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 07:45 in Velikiye Luki. 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.
The return flight from Velikiye Luki (VLU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 244° (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 Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.