Airport Comparison
| GRU | IGT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Magas Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | IGT |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | URMS |
| City | Sao Paulo | Magas |
| Country | Brazil | Russia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Moscow |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 1,165 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 43.320000, 45.010000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Magas (IGT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Magas Airport (IGT) in Magas, Russia is 11,883 kilometers (7,384 miles / 6,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.
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 Russia. 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 11:53 in Sao Paulo, it's 17:53 in Magas. With a 6-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 1,294 feet between the two airports. Magas Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Magas (IGT) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 253° (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 Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Magas Airport (IGT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.