The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland is 10,469 kilometers (6,505 miles / 5,653 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 Poland. 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 08:37 in Sao Paulo, it's 12:37 in Kraków. 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 1,840 feet between the two airports. John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from Kraków (KRK) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 237° (west 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 John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.