Airport Comparison
| GRU | VDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Hierro Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | VDE |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | GCHI |
| City | Sao Paulo | El Hierro Island |
| Country | Brazil | Spain |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Atlantic/Canary |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 103 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 27.810000, -17.890000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to El Hierro Island (VDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Hierro Airport (VDE) in El Hierro Island, Spain is 6,471 kilometers (4,021 miles / 3,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.
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 Spain. 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 19:21 in Sao Paulo, it's 22:21 in El Hierro Island. 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 2,356 feet between the two airports. Hierro Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from El Hierro Island (VDE) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 211° (south 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 Hierro Airport (VDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.