CGH
Sao Paulo
Brazil
7,658 km
4,759 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
7,658 km
4,759 mi / 4,135 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Sao_Paulo
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CGH IAD
Airport Name Congonhas Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code CGH IAD
ICAO Code SBSP KIAD
City Sao Paulo Washington
Country Brazil United States
Timezone America/Sao_Paulo America/New_York
Elevation 2,631 ft 312 ft
Coordinates -23.630000, -46.660000 38.900000, -77.500000

Sao Paulo (CGH) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 7,658 kilometers (4,759 miles / 4,135 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 05:30 in Sao Paulo, it's 03:30 in Washington.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,319 feet between the two airports. Washington Dulles International Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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