Airport Comparison
| GRU | UGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway |
| IATA Code | GRU | UGL |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | SCGC |
| City | Sao Paulo | Antartica |
| Country | Brazil | AQ |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Antarctica/Palmer |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 2,461 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | -79.780000, -83.320000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Antartica (UGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 6,511 kilometers (4,045 miles / 3,515 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south at a heading of 187°.
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 AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:08 in Sao Paulo, it's 22:08 in Antartica.
The return flight from Antartica (UGL) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 40° (northeast). 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 Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.