Airport Comparison
| GRU | ILY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Islay Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | ILY |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | EGPI |
| City | Sao Paulo | Port Ellen |
| Country | Brazil | United Kingdom |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/London |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 56 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 55.680000, -6.260000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Port Ellen (ILY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Islay Airport (ILY) in Port Ellen, United Kingdom is 9,584 kilometers (5,955 miles / 5,175 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.
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 17:31 in Sao Paulo, it's 20:31 in Port Ellen. 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 2,403 feet between the two airports. Islay Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Port Ellen (ILY) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 216° (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 Islay Airport (ILY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.