Airport Comparison
| GIG | YAB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Arctic Bay Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YAB |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYAB |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | N/A |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Rankin_Inlet |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 72 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 73.010000, -85.040000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) in Arctic Bay Airport, Canada is 11,095 kilometers (6,894 miles / 5,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.
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 Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:10 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 03:10 in Arctic Bay Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 141° (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 Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.