The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) in Zamboanga City, Philippines is 17,807 kilometers (11,065 miles / 9,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:35 in Sao Paulo, it's 01:35 in Zamboanga City. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,426 feet between the two airports. Zamboanga International Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.

The return flight from Zamboanga City (ZAM) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 212° (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 Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.