Airport Comparison
| GRU | SSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | St Simons Island Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | SSI |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KSSI |
| City | Sao Paulo | St Simons Island |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 19 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 31.150000, -81.390000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to St Simons Island (SSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to St Simons Island Airport (SSI) in St Simons Island, United States is 7,119 kilometers (4,423 miles / 3,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 13:24 in Sao Paulo, it's 11:24 in St Simons Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,440 feet between the two airports. St Simons Island Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from St Simons Island (SSI) 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 St Simons Island Airport (SSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.