Airport Comparison
| GRU | RCH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Almirante Padilla Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | RCH |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | SKRH |
| City | Sao Paulo | Riohacha |
| Country | Brazil | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 43 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 11.530000, -72.930000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Riohacha (RCH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) in Riohacha, Colombia is 4,838 kilometers (3,006 miles / 2,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.
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 Colombia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:34 in Sao Paulo, it's 17:34 in Riohacha.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,416 feet between the two airports. Almirante Padilla Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Riohacha (RCH) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 144° (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 Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.