Airport Comparison
| GRU | LIO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Limon International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | LIO |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | MRLM |
| City | Sao Paulo | Puerto Limon |
| Country | Brazil | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 9.960000, -83.020000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Puerto Limon (LIO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Limon International Airport (LIO) in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica is 5,439 kilometers (3,380 miles / 2,937 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:31 in Sao Paulo, it's 13:31 in Puerto Limon. 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 2,452 feet between the two airports. Limon International Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Puerto Limon (LIO) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 134° (southeast). 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 Limon International Airport (LIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.