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Airport Comparison
| GIG | YOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YOW |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYOW |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Ottawa |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 45.320000, -75.670000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Ottawa (YOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) in Ottawa, Canada is 8,256 kilometers (5,130 miles / 4,458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
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 13:56 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 12:56 in Ottawa.
The return flight from Ottawa (YOW) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 149° (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 Ottawa / Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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