Airport Comparison
| GIG | YYN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Swift Current Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | YYN |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | CYYN |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Swift Current |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 2,680 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 50.290000, -107.690000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Swift Current (YYN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Swift Current Airport (YYN) in Swift Current, Canada is 10,289 kilometers (6,393 miles / 5,556 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 22:55 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 19:55 in Swift Current. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,652 feet between the two airports. Swift Current Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Swift Current (YYN) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 124° (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 Swift Current Airport (YYN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.