Airport Comparison
| GRU | IRJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Capitan V A Almonacid Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | IRJ |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | SANL |
| City | Sao Paulo | La Rioja |
| Country | Brazil | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 1,437 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | -29.380000, -66.800000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to La Rioja (IRJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina is 2,126 kilometers (1,321 miles / 1,148 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Argentina. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:42 in Sao Paulo, it's 13:42 in La Rioja.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,022 feet between the two airports. Capitan V A Almonacid Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from La Rioja (IRJ) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). 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 Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.