LHR → GRUUnited Kingdom → Brazil

Cheap flights from London to Sao Paulo

5,878 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: London to Sao Paulo at a glance

5,878 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
3 hours behind
Time-zone shift
~529 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from London (LHR) to Sao Paulo (GRU) cover 5,878 miles (9,457 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a ultra-long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 7/10.

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Flying from London to Sao Paulo covers 5,878 miles (9,458 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this ultra-long-haul international route. This is a ultra-long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.

Route
LHR (0 mi)GRU (5,878 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 5,878 miles. Direct carriers include BA and JJ.

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Airlines on this route

2 airlines fly London → Sao Paulo. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
BADirect
JJDirect
Baggage on London → Sao Paulo: on this route, BA typically includes a carry-on, while JJ may charge extra for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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London to Sao Paulo — quick answers

How far is London from Sao Paulo by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from London (LHR) to Sao Paulo (GRU) is 5,878 miles (9,457 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from London to Sao Paulo?

The average nonstop flight time from LHR to GRU is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from London to Sao Paulo?

2 airlines serve this route nonstop: BA, JJ. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: London → Sao Paulo

Route type
ultra-long-haul international
Time zone difference
3 hours behind
Carbon footprint
~529 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
7/10 — challenging long-haul
When to go
It's shoulder season in Sao Paulo — moderate weather and pricing.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
2 airlines fly direct — rank 103 of 171 routes from London
Airline network
BA: 130 destinations from LHR; JJ: 1 destinations from LHR
Alternative origin airports
LCY (London, 22 mi); LGW (London, 25 mi); LTN (London, 28 mi)
Alternative destination airports
CGH (Sao Paulo, 17 mi); VCP (Campinas, 51 mi); GIG (Rio de Janeiro, 210 mi)
Nearby destinations
Sao Paulo, Brazil (17 mi); Campinas, Brazil (51 mi); Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (210 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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