Airport Comparison
| GIG | VUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Velikiy Ustyug Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | VUS |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | ULWU |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Velikiy Ustyug |
| Country | Brazil | Russia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Moscow |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 331 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 60.790000, 46.260000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Velikiy Ustyug (VUS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Velikiy Ustyug Airport (VUS) in Velikiy Ustyug, Russia is 12,181 kilometers (7,569 miles / 6,577 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 20:46 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 02:46 in Velikiy Ustyug. 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 Velikiy Ustyug (VUS) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 258° (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 Velikiy Ustyug Airport (VUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.