Airport Comparison
| GIG | YPW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Powell River Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YPW |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYPW |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Powell River |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 425 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 49.830000, -124.500000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Powell River (YPW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Powell River Airport (YPW) in Powell River, Canada is 11,328 kilometers (7,039 miles / 6,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.
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 03:41 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 22:41 in Powell River. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Powell River (YPW) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 111° (east 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 Powell River Airport (YPW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.