Airport Comparison
| GRU | POE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Maks Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | GRU | POE |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KPOE |
| City | Sao Paulo | Fort Polk |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 330 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 31.000000, -93.200000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Fort Polk (POE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Maks Army Air Field (POE) in Fort Polk, United States is 7,837 kilometers (4,870 miles / 4,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.
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 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 18:34 in Sao Paulo, it's 15:34 in Fort Polk. 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 2,129 feet between the two airports. Maks Army Air Field sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Polk (POE) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 135° (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 Maks Army Air Field (POE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.