The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Sorocaba Airport (SOD) in Sorocaba, Brazil is 9,674 kilometers (6,011 miles / 5,224 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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 United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:30 in San Diego, it's 16:30 in Sorocaba. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,060 feet between the two airports. Sorocaba Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport.

The return flight from Sorocaba (SOD) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 308° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Sorocaba Airport (SOD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.