Airport Comparison
| GIG | YQH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Watson Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YQH |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYQH |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Watson Lake |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 2,255 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 60.120000, -128.820000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Watson Lake (YQH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Watson Lake Airport (YQH) in Watson Lake, Canada is 11,953 kilometers (7,427 miles / 6,454 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 03:42 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 22:42 in Watson Lake. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,227 feet between the two airports. Watson Lake Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Watson Lake (YQH) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 105° (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 Watson Lake Airport (YQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.