Airport Comparison
| CIS | GRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Canton Airport | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport |
| IATA Code | CIS | GRU |
| ICAO Code | PCIS | SBGR |
| City | Abariringa | Sao Paulo |
| Country | Kiribati | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Enderbury | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 9 ft | 2,459 ft |
| Coordinates | -2.770000, -171.710000 | -23.440000, -46.470000 |
Abariringa (CIS) to Sao Paulo (GRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Canton Airport (CIS) in Abariringa, Kiribati to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 13,414 kilometers (8,335 miles / 7,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 Kiribati with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,450 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Canton Airport.
The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Abariringa (CIS) follows a heading of 251° (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 Canton Airport (CIS) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.