Airport Comparison
| GRU | KWZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Kolwezi Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | KWZ |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | FZQM |
| City | Sao Paulo | N/A |
| Country | Brazil | DR Congo |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Lubumbashi |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 5,007 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | -10.770000, 25.510000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi Airport, DR Congo is 7,708 kilometers (4,790 miles / 4,162 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 93°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:28 in Sao Paulo, it's 18:28 in Kolwezi Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,548 feet between the two airports. Kolwezi Airport sits higher than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 249° (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 Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.