Airport Comparison
| GRU | XLU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Leo Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | XLU |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | DFCL |
| City | Sao Paulo | Leo |
| Country | Brazil | Burkina Faso |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Africa/Ouagadougou |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 1,181 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 11.100000, -2.100000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Leo (XLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Leo Airport (XLU) in Leo, Burkina Faso is 6,167 kilometers (3,832 miles / 3,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 56°.
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 Burkina Faso. 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 11:46 in Sao Paulo, it's 14:46 in Leo. 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 1,278 feet between the two airports. Leo Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Leo (XLU) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 231° (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 Leo Airport (XLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.