The flight distance from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France to Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 9,433 kilometers (5,862 miles / 5,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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 France with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:25 in Paris, it's 05:25 in Sao Paulo. 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 2,239 feet between the two airports. Congonhas Airport sits higher than Charles de Gaulle International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (CGH) to Paris (CDG) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Congonhas Airport (CGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.