Airport Comparison
| GRU | LRS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Leros Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | LRS |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | LGLE |
| City | Sao Paulo | Leros Island |
| Country | Brazil | Greece |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Athens |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 39 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 37.180000, 26.800000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Leros Island (LRS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Leros Airport (LRS) in Leros Island, Greece is 10,198 kilometers (6,337 miles / 5,507 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
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 Greece. 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 11:35 in Sao Paulo, it's 16:35 in Leros Island. 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 2,420 feet between the two airports. Leros Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Leros Island (LRS) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 242° (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 Leros Airport (LRS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.