The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany is 9,825 kilometers (6,105 miles / 5,305 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 Germany. 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 04:41 in Sao Paulo, it's 08:41 in Frankfurt am Main. 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 2,267 feet between the two airports. Frankfurt am Main International Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 229° (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 Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.