Airport Comparison
| GRU | YFS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Fort Simpson Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | YFS |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | CYFS |
| City | Sao Paulo | Fort Simpson |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 555 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 61.760000, -121.240000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Fort Simpson (YFS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Fort Simpson Airport (YFS) in Fort Simpson, Canada is 11,528 kilometers (7,163 miles / 6,225 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.
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 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 01:32 in Sao Paulo, it's 21:32 in Fort Simpson. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,904 feet between the two airports. Fort Simpson Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Simpson (YFS) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 114° (east 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 Fort Simpson Airport (YFS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.