Airport Comparison
| GRU | YEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Elliot Lake Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | YEL |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | CYEL |
| City | Sao Paulo | Elliot Lake |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 1,087 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 46.350000, -82.560000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Elliot Lake (YEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) in Elliot Lake, Canada is 8,569 kilometers (5,324 miles / 4,627 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
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 Canada. 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 23:27 in Sao Paulo, it's 21:27 in Elliot Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,372 feet between the two airports. Elliot Lake Municipal Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Elliot Lake (YEL) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 146° (south 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 Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.