Airport Comparison
| GIG | YEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Elliot Lake Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YEL |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYEL |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Elliot Lake |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,087 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 46.350000, -82.560000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Elliot Lake (YEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) in Elliot Lake, Canada is 8,648 kilometers (5,374 miles / 4,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 23:33 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 21:33 in Elliot Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,059 feet between the two airports. Elliot Lake Municipal Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Elliot Lake (YEL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 143° (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 Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.