Airport Comparison
| GLK | GRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galcaio Airport | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport |
| IATA Code | GLK | GRU |
| ICAO Code | HCMR | SBGR |
| City | Galcaio | Sao Paulo |
| Country | Somalia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Mogadishu | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 975 ft | 2,459 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.780000, 47.450000 | -23.440000, -46.470000 |
Galcaio (GLK) to Sao Paulo (GRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 10,705 kilometers (6,652 miles / 5,780 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
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 Somalia with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:23 in Galcaio, it's 20:23 in Sao Paulo. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,484 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Galcaio Airport.
The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Galcaio (GLK) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Galcaio Airport (GLK) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.