Airport Comparison
| GRU | SMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Smith Field |
| IATA Code | GRU | SMD |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KSMD |
| City | Sao Paulo | Fort Wayne |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 836 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 41.140000, -85.150000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Fort Wayne (SMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Smith Field (SMD) in Fort Wayne, United States is 8,215 kilometers (5,104 miles / 4,436 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 12:19 in Sao Paulo, it's 10:19 in Fort Wayne.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,623 feet between the two airports. Smith Field sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Wayne (SMD) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 143° (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 Smith Field (SMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.