Buenos Aires (Ezeiza) to Rio De Janeiro
2h 54m The flight from Ezeiza International Airport - Ministro Pistarini (EZE) to Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) covers 1,996 km (1,240 miles) and takes approximately 2h 54m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north-east on an initial great-circle bearing of 52°, passing near 29.0° S, 50.4° W at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 3h 38m | 4h 03m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 34m | 2h 59m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 2h 13m | 2h 38m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 21m | 2h 46m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| EZE | GIG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Ezeiza International Airport - Ministro Pistarini | Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport |
| City | Buenos Aires (Ezeiza) | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Argentina | Brazil |
| ICAO | SAEZ | SBGL |
| Coordinates | -34.8222, -58.5358 | -22.81, -43.2506 |
| Elevation | 67 ft | 28 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires (Ezeiza) to Rio De Janeiro?
A non-stop flight from Buenos Aires (Ezeiza) (EZE) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) takes about 2h 54m. The great-circle distance is 1,996 km (1,240 miles, 1,078 nautical miles), flying north-east on an initial bearing of 52°.
How far is Buenos Aires (Ezeiza) from Rio De Janeiro?
1,996 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,240 miles or 1,078 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between EZE and GIG?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,996 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Buenos Aires (Ezeiza)
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.