Airport Comparison
| GIG | YAU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Donaldson Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YAU |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CTP9 |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Kattiniq |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,902 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 61.660000, -73.320000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Kattiniq (YAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Donaldson Airport (YAU) in Kattiniq, Canada is 9,769 kilometers (6,070 miles / 5,275 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.
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 08:49 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 06:49 in Kattiniq.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,874 feet between the two airports. Donaldson Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Kattiniq (YAU) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 152° (south 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 Donaldson Airport (YAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.