DTW
Detroit
United States
8,224 km
5,110 miles
GRU
Sao Paulo
Brazil
Distance
8,224 km
5,110 mi / 4,441 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
145°
southeast

Airport Comparison

DTW GRU
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport
IATA Code DTW GRU
ICAO Code KDTW SBGR
City Detroit Sao Paulo
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 645 ft 2,459 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 -23.440000, -46.470000

Detroit (DTW) to Sao Paulo (GRU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 8,224 kilometers (5,110 miles / 4,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.

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 United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:26 in Detroit, it's 05:26 in Sao Paulo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,814 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 332° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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