Airport Comparison
| GRU | XMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Madison Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | XMD |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KMDS |
| City | Sao Paulo | Madison |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 1,718 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 44.020000, -97.090000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Madison (XMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Madison Municipal Airport (XMD) in Madison, United States is 9,099 kilometers (5,654 miles / 4,913 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 17:53 in Sao Paulo, it's 14:53 in Madison. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Madison (XMD) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 134° (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 Madison Municipal Airport (XMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.