The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Rio Grande Airport (RIG) in Rio Grande, Brazil is 10,571 kilometers (6,569 miles / 5,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 United Kingdom with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:52 in London, it's 06:52 in Rio Grande. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Rio Grande (RIG) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 29° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Rio Grande Airport (RIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.