The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil is 12,202 kilometers (7,582 miles / 6,589 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

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 United Arab Emirates 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 23:15 in Abu Dhabi, it's 16:15 in Sao Carlos. With a 7-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 2,561 feet between the two airports. Sao Carlos Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Carlos (QSC) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 71° (east 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 Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.