Airport Comparison
| GRU | NOV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Nova Lisboa Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | NOV |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | FNHU |
| City | Sao Paulo | Huambo |
| Country | Brazil | Angola |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Luanda |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 5,587 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | -12.810000, 15.760000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Huambo (NOV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Nova Lisboa Airport (NOV) in Huambo, Angola is 6,635 kilometers (4,123 miles / 3,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 92°.
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 Angola. 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 01:05 in Sao Paulo, it's 05:05 in Huambo. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,128 feet between the two airports. Nova Lisboa 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 Huambo (NOV) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 250° (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 Nova Lisboa Airport (NOV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.