The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Sao Mateus Airport (SBJ) in Sao Mateus, Brazil is 9,159 kilometers (5,691 miles / 4,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 Greece 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 08:51 in Athens, it's 02:51 in Sao Mateus. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sao Mateus (SBJ) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 46° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Sao Mateus Airport (SBJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.