The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom is 9,488 kilometers (5,896 miles / 5,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 07:00 in Sao Paulo, it's 10:00 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,548 feet between the two airports. London Heathrow Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from London (LHR) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 222° (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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.