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Airport Comparison
| GIG | YAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Wapekeka Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YAX |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CKB6 |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Angling Lake |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 712 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 53.850000, -89.580000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Angling Lake (YAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Wapekeka Airport (YAX) in Angling Lake, Canada is 9,610 kilometers (5,971 miles / 5,189 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
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 19:30 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 17:30 in Angling Lake.
The return flight from Angling Lake (YAX) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 138° (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 Wapekeka Airport (YAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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