CWF
Lake Charles
United States
7,771 km
4,829 miles
GRU
Sao Paulo
Brazil
Distance
7,771 km
4,829 mi / 4,196 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
135°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CWF GRU
Airport Name Chennault International Airport Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport
IATA Code CWF GRU
ICAO Code KCWF SBGR
City Lake Charles Sao Paulo
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 17 ft 2,459 ft
Coordinates 30.210000, -93.140000 -23.440000, -46.470000

Lake Charles (CWF) to Sao Paulo (GRU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil is 7,771 kilometers (4,829 miles / 4,196 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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 22:45 in Lake Charles, it's 01:45 in Sao Paulo. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,443 feet between the two airports. Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport sits higher than Chennault International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 318° (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 Chennault International Airport (CWF) 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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