Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to London (LHR)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 5,750 | 9,200 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 5,750 | 9,200 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 5,750 | 8,625 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 5,750 | 8,625 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 5,750 | 11,500 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 5,750 | 8,625 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?
A round trip between Rio De Janeiro and London earns you 11,500 base miles - that's 46% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The GIG to LHR route connects Rio De Janeiro, Brazil with London, United Kingdom. This long-haul flight covers 5,750 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Brazil to United Kingdom. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NE bearing of 25° 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 LHR
London Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest airport in Europe and the UK's main international gateway.