Airport Comparison
| DRB | GRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Derby Airport | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRB | GRU |
| ICAO Code | YDBY | SBGR |
| City | N/A | Sao Paulo |
| Country | Australia | Brazil |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 24 ft | 2,459 ft |
| Coordinates | -17.370000, 123.660000 | -23.440000, -46.470000 |
Derby Airport (DRB) to Sao Paulo (GRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Derby Airport (DRB) in Derby Airport, Australia to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 15,352 kilometers (9,539 miles / 8,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.
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 Australia 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.
Time zone information: When it's 20:53 in Derby Airport, it's 09:53 in Sao Paulo. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,435 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Derby Airport.
The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Derby Airport (DRB) follows a heading of 166° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Derby Airport (DRB) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.