Airport Comparison
| GRU | YAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Sault Ste Marie Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | YAM |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | CYAM |
| City | Sao Paulo | Sault Ste Marie |
| Country | Brazil | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 630 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 46.480000, -84.510000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Sault Ste Marie (YAM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM) in Sault Ste Marie, Canada is 8,665 kilometers (5,384 miles / 4,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.
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 Canada. 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 04:42 in Sao Paulo, it's 02:42 in Sault Ste Marie.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,829 feet between the two airports. Sault Ste Marie Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Sault Ste Marie (YAM) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 145° (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 Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.