Airport Comparison
| GRU | PTZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Rio Amazonas Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | PTZ |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | SESM |
| City | Sao Paulo | Shell Mera |
| Country | Brazil | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 3,465 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | -1.510000, -78.060000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Shell Mera (PTZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 4,187 kilometers (2,602 miles / 2,261 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.
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 Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:45 in Sao Paulo, it's 23:45 in Shell Mera.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,006 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 128° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.