BUF
Buffalo
United States
8,086 km
5,025 miles
GRU
Sao Paulo
Brazil
Distance
8,086 km
5,025 mi / 4,366 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
149°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BUF GRU
Airport Name Buffalo Niagara International Airport Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport
IATA Code BUF GRU
ICAO Code KBUF SBGR
City Buffalo Sao Paulo
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/New_York America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 727 ft 2,459 ft
Coordinates 42.940000, -78.730000 -23.440000, -46.470000

Buffalo (BUF) to Sao Paulo (GRU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, United States to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 8,086 kilometers (5,025 miles / 4,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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 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 07:18 in Buffalo, it's 09:18 in Sao Paulo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,732 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Buffalo Niagara International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Buffalo (BUF) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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