Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Houston (IAH)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 5,025 | 8,040 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 5,025 | 8,040 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 5,025 | 7,538 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 5,025 | 7,538 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 5,025 | 10,050 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 5,025 | 7,538 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flights between Rio De Janeiro and Houston follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!
✈️ Flight Details
The GIG to IAH route connects Rio De Janeiro, Brazil with Houston, United States. This long-haul flight covers 5,025 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Brazil to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 314° from Rio De Janeiro. There is a 3 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About GIG
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) serves Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
🛬 About IAH
George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) serves Houston, United States.