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Flight Distance from Geneva (GVA) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
GVALSGG
Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva International Airport
Great Circle Path
9,143 km5,681 miles • 4,937 NM
Destination Airport
SBGLGIG
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport
Direct Distance
9,143 km
5,681 Statute Miles
4,937 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
11h 15m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
823 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
225° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
11h 15m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
10h 26m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
18h 5m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇨🇭 Switzerland→🇧🇷 Brazil
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
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Departure Airport Specs
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
- City / Country: Geneva, Switzerland
- ICAO Code: LSGG
- Coordinates: 46.2381°, 6.1090°
- Timezone: Europe/Zurich
- Elevation: 1411 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
- City / Country: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
- ICAO Code: SBGL
- Coordinates: -22.8100°, -43.2506°
- Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
- Elevation: 28 ft
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