The flight distance from Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) in Asahikawa, Japan to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 17,622 kilometers (10,950 miles / 9,515 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

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 Japan with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:43 in Asahikawa, it's 04:43 in Sao Paulo. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,738 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Asahikawa Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Asahikawa (AKJ) follows a heading of 342° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.