Airport Comparison
| GRU | LAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Los Angeles International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | LAX |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KLAX |
| City | Sao Paulo | Los Angeles |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 128 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 33.940000, -118.410000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Los Angeles (LAX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, United States is 9,919 kilometers (6,163 miles / 5,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:06 in Sao Paulo, it's 23:06 in Los Angeles. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,331 feet between the two airports. Los Angeles International Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). 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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.