Airport Comparison
| GIG | ZRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Sarmi Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | ZRM |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | WAJI |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Sarmi-Papua Island |
| Country | Brazil | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Jayapura |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -1.870000, 138.750000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Sarmi-Papua Island (ZRM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Sarmi Airport (ZRM) in Sarmi-Papua Island, Indonesia is 17,262 kilometers (10,726 miles / 9,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south at a heading of 185°.
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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:41 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 19:41 in Sarmi-Papua Island. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Sarmi-Papua Island (ZRM) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 176° (south). 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 Sarmi Airport (ZRM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.