Airport Comparison
| GRU | SZR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Stara Zagora Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | SZR |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | LBSZ |
| City | Sao Paulo | Stara Zagora |
| Country | Brazil | Bulgaria |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Sofia |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 558 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 42.380000, 25.660000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Stara Zagora (SZR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is 10,391 kilometers (6,457 miles / 5,611 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.
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 Brazil with Bulgaria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:34 in Sao Paulo, it's 05:34 in Stara Zagora. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,901 feet between the two airports. Stara Zagora Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Stara Zagora (SZR) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.