Montes Claros to Duque de Caxias flights
Duque de Caxias lies 675 km (420 mi) south of Montes Claros, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 37 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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| Montes Claros | Duque de Caxias | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Population | 437,601 | 866,347 |
| Elevation | 686 m (2,251 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) | UTC-3 (America/Sao_Paulo) |
| Nearest large airport | MOC, 6 km out | GIG, 7 km out |
| Postal codes | 39400-000 | 25000-000 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Montes Claros
Montes Claros is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mário Ribeiro Airport (MOC), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Duque de Caxias
Duque de Caxias 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), 7 km (4 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, 21 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport | GIG | 7 km (4 mi) | 13,123 ft | 28 ft |
| Santos Dumont Airport | SDU | 21 km (13 mi) | 4,341 ft | 11 ft |
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Staying in Duque de Caxias
Our booking partner lists 31 places to stay in Duque de Caxias. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5). Guests have left 2,180 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Duque de Caxias from Montes Claros?
675 km (420 mi) in a straight line, south of Montes Claros.
How long does it take to get from Montes Claros to Duque de Caxias by air?
About 1 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Montes Claros and Duque de Caxias?
No, both are on America/Sao_Paulo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Montes Claros to Duque de Caxias flights?
Typically Mário Ribeiro Airport (MOC) to Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG); Duque de Caxias also has SDU.
Where can I stay in Duque de Caxias?
Our booking partner lists 31 places to stay in Duque de Caxias, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.