Airport Comparison
| GRU | PIP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Pilot Point Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | PIP |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | PAPN |
| City | Sao Paulo | Pilot Point |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 57 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 57.580000, -157.570000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Pilot Point (PIP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Pilot Point Airport (PIP) in Pilot Point, United States is 13,438 kilometers (8,350 miles / 7,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 10:39 in Sao Paulo, it's 04:39 in Pilot Point. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,402 feet between the two airports. Pilot Point Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Pilot Point (PIP) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 86° (east). 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 Pilot Point Airport (PIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.