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Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim (SBGL/GIG) — Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim (SBGL/GIG) serves Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (10/28, 15/33). Field elevation is 28 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Checked by the community — 4 field confirmations, last one 58 days ago.
100% Data Complete 52 of 52 points
Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
Observed Activity · Sep 11
19 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 11:00Z
2026-08-292026-09-11
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBGL
  • Name: Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -22.809999
  • Longitude: -43.250557
  • Elevation: 28 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: Rio de Janeiro
  • IATA Code: GIG
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBCW
  • Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
  • Distance from City: 20.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 10/28

  • Designation: 10/28
  • Dimensions: 13123 X 148
  • Surface: Concrete
  • PCN: 78/R/A/W/T
  • Lighting: Edge (high), Threshold (high), ALS (L19A)
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME ITB RWY 10 CAT II (109.3), ILS/DME ILM RWY 28 (111.5), VOR/DME CXI (112.3), IM ITB (75 MHz)
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT II RWY 10, ILS RWY 28, VOR/DME, RNP, RNAV
  • Remarks: PCN 78/R/A/W/T. MEHT 10:72ft, 28:71ft. Concrete 4000x45m.

Runway 15/33

  • Designation: 15/33
  • Dimensions: 10433 X 154
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 73/F/B/X/T
  • Lighting: Edge (high), Threshold (high)
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME IJB RWY 15 (110.5), VOR/DME CXI (112.3)
  • Approach Types: ILS RWY 15, VOR/DME, RNP, RNAV
  • Remarks: PCN 73/F/B/X/T. MEHT 15:65ft, 33:70ft. THR 15 displaced 130m, THR 33 displaced 120m. LDA 2930m.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.000, 118.200, 121.500, 121.000, 121.650 MHz
  • Ground: 121.650, 128.350 MHz
  • Operations: 121.950, 130.675, 131.050 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 121.000, 135.100 MHz
  • ATIS: 127.600 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24 (API INTL default H24)

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +55 (21) 3398-3016
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +55 (21) 3004-6050
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.riogaleao.com
  • Remarks: Operator: RIOgaleao. WhatsApp: +55 (21) 96761-5041. Email: [email protected]

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Customs

  • Open: 00:00:00
  • Close: 23:59:59
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: GENERAL declarationN REQUIRED

Fees

  • Landing Fee: BRL $18.00 per metric ton MTOW
  • Parking Fee: BRL $9.00 per metric ton MTOW per hour; first 3 hours free
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: BRL
  • Remarks: Rio de Janeiro/Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Infraero/RIOgaleao (concessionaire) fees. Major international gateway.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: APIS required via SITA or direct to Policia Federal. Immigration and customs at Terminal 2 (international). General declaration required. Health declaration (ANVISA) may be required. Yellow fever certificate may be requested.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: H24. International, port of entry. Fire CAT 10. Civil/military (Ilha do Governador). ILS CAT II RWY 10 (109.3). 3 ILS systems total. 2 runways (4000m CONC + 3180m ASPH). Segregated ops: RWY 15 landing preferred, RWY 10 departure preferred. Tailwind limit 7kt dry. Touch-and-go training 0500-0800 civil only. No gliders/ultralights/parachutes/aerobatics. AIS: +55 (21) 3398-3016. MET: +55 (21) 3398-3057. Operator: RIOgaleao (Concessionaria Aeroporto Rio de Janeiro).

Alternates

SBCB

  • ICAO: SBCB
  • Name: Cabo Frio
  • Distance (NM): 65.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Domestic. Cascavel, Parana state.

Airport Services

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Brazil Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: Notification only (no advance time specified for overflight-only; 24 hours recommended)
  • Landing Lead Time: 24 hours (AVANAC for multi-airport); Part 135 charter: allow 5+ business days
Private / GA Operations:

Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time.

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Active NOTAMs

E5949/26 info
Runway closed
RWY 15/33 CLSD DEVIDO SER MAINT
2026-09-09 03:00:00 2026-09-18 20:00:00
K1055/26 info
Runway closed
RWY 15/33 CLSD DUE TO MAINT SER
2026-09-09 03:00:00 2026-09-18 20:00:00
E5916/26 info
Runway closed
RWY 10/28 CLSD DEVIDO SER MAINT
2026-09-03 12:00:00 2026-09-25 20:00:00

+28 more active NOTAMs

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SBGL?
The tower frequency at Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim is 118.000, 118.200, 121.500, 121.000, 121.650 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBGL?
Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim offers JET A-1.
Does SBGL require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim (Brazil).
Is customs available at SBGL?
Yes, customs at Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim is available from 00:00:00 to 23:59:59.
Where is SBGL located?
Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim (SBGL) is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBGL?
The IATA code for Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim is GIG.
How long is the runway at SBGL?
The main runway at Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim (10/28) measures 13123 X 148.
Does SBGL have an ILS approach?
Yes, Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 10/28, 15/33.
Is SBGL a port of entry?
Yes, Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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