Franco da Rocha to Nova Iguaçu flights
Nova Iguaçu lies 341 km (212 mi) east of Franco da Rocha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 11 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Franco da Rocha | Nova Iguaçu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 144,849 | 843,046 |
| Elevation | 762 m (2,500 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Nearest large airport | GRU, 29 km out | GIG, 21 km out |
| Postal codes | 07800-000 | 26000-000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Franco da Rocha
Franco da Rocha is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport (CGH, 35 km), Viracopos International Airport (VCP, 54 km), Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport (SJK, 89 km).
Arriving in Nova Iguaçu
Nova Iguaçu is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Santos Dumont Airport (SDU, 34 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport | GIG | 21 km (13 mi) | 13,123 ft | 28 ft |
| Santos Dumont Airport | SDU | 34 km (21 mi) | 4,341 ft | 11 ft |
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Staying in Nova Iguaçu
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Nova Iguaçu. Of the 13 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (8). Guests have left 2,610 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Nova Iguaçu from Franco da Rocha?
341 km (212 mi) in a straight line, east of Franco da Rocha.
How long does it take to get from Franco da Rocha to Nova Iguaçu by air?
About 1 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Franco da Rocha and Nova Iguaçu?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Franco da Rocha to Nova Iguaçu flights?
Typically São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) to Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG); Nova Iguaçu also has SDU.
Where can I stay in Nova Iguaçu?
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Nova Iguaçu, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.