Airport Comparison
| GIG | YKF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Kitchener / Waterloo Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YKF |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYKF |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Waterloo |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,055 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 43.460000, -80.380000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Waterloo (YKF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) in Waterloo, Canada is 8,287 kilometers (5,149 miles / 4,475 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 23:49 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 21:49 in Waterloo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,027 feet between the two airports. Kitchener / Waterloo Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Waterloo (YKF) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 145° (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 Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.