Airport Comparison
| GRU | KBA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Kabala Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | KBA |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | GFKB |
| City | Sao Paulo | Kabala |
| Country | Brazil | Sierra Leone |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Freetown |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 1,012 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 9.640000, -11.520000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Kabala (KBA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Kabala Airport (KBA) in Kabala, Sierra Leone is 5,289 kilometers (3,286 miles / 2,856 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Sierra Leone. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:28 in Sao Paulo, it's 07:28 in Kabala. 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 1,447 feet between the two airports. Kabala Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Kabala (KBA) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Kabala Airport (KBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.