The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 12,186 kilometers (7,572 miles / 6,580 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:46 in Jebel Ali, it's 15:46 in Sao Paulo. With a 7-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 2,345 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Al Maktoum International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.