Airport Comparison
| GRU | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | MEX |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | MMMX |
| City | Sao Paulo | Mexico City |
| Country | Brazil | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 7,434 kilometers (4,619 miles / 4,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.
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 Brazil with Mexico. 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 02:56 in Sao Paulo, it's 23:56 in Mexico City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,857 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 128° (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 Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.