Airport Comparison
| GRU | SNZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Santa Cruz Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | SNZ |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | SBSC |
| City | Sao Paulo | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | -22.930000, -43.720000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 287 kilometers (178 miles / 155 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east at a heading of 79°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within Brazil. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 17:05 in Sao Paulo, it's 17:05 in Rio De Janeiro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,449 feet between the two airports. Santa Cruz Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 258° (west southwest). 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 Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.