Airport Comparison
| AEY | GRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Akureyri Airport | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport |
| IATA Code | AEY | GRU |
| ICAO Code | BIAR | SBGR |
| City | Akureyri | Sao Paulo |
| Country | Iceland | Brazil |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 6 ft | 2,459 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.660000, -18.070000 | -23.440000, -46.470000 |
Akureyri (AEY) to Sao Paulo (GRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Akureyri Airport (AEY) in Akureyri, Iceland to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 10,197 kilometers (6,336 miles / 5,506 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Iceland with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:24 in Akureyri, it's 04:24 in Sao Paulo. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,453 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Akureyri Airport.
The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Akureyri (AEY) follows a heading of 11° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Akureyri Airport (AEY) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.