Airport Comparison
| GIG | WUN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Wiluna Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | WUN |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | YWLU |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | N/A |
| Country | Brazil | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,649 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -26.630000, 120.220000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Wiluna Airport (WUN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Wiluna Airport (WUN) in Wiluna Airport, Australia is 14,237 kilometers (8,847 miles / 7,687 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:34 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 12:34 in Wiluna Airport. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,621 feet between the two airports. Wiluna Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Wiluna Airport (WUN) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 199° (south 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 Wiluna Airport (WUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.