LondonRio de JaneiroDirect FlightsLHR–GIG
London (London Heathrow Airport) to Rio de Janeiro (Rio de Janeiro-Galeao International Airport).
Flight time from LHR to GIG is estimated at about 12h 27m, based on the 5,750-mile great-circle distance. Our current captured departure sample includes 1/day across 1 captured airline, with British Airways appearing most often in that sample. Captured departure times run from 21:45 to 21:45 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Captured freq. | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~12h 27m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 5,750 mi | 1/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Captured airlines for LHR to GIG
Our current provider sample includes 1/day from LHR to GIG across 1 captured airline. Captured departure terminal data is available for 5.
- First departure
- 21:45
- Last departure
- 21:45
- Captured departures/day
- 1
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | 1/day | Boeing 777 · Terminal 5 · Seat map | 21:45 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
GIG to LHR flights — 1/day on 1 airline →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from the rolling scheduled-departures window for LHR to GIG, last seen June 15, 2026. Frequency uses 6 scheduled departures across 6 observed days; flight time is estimated from great-circle distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average. Provider coverage can miss operators on some routes, so confirm live timetables before booking.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from LHR to GIG?
The LHR to GIG flight time is estimated at about 12h 27m from great-circle distance until enough tracked flights are available.
How far is LHR from GIG?
LHR to GIG is about 5,750 miles by air.
Which airlines fly from LHR to GIG?
Our current provider sample for LHR to GIG includes British Airways. Confirm live timetables before booking.
What aircraft fly from LHR to GIG?
Aircraft captured in our current provider sample for LHR to GIG include Boeing 777.