Airport Comparison
| GRU | MSN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Dane County Regional/Truax Field |
| IATA Code | GRU | MSN |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KMSN |
| City | Sao Paulo | Madison |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 887 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 43.140000, -89.340000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Madison (MSN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Dane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN) in Madison, United States is 8,603 kilometers (5,346 miles / 4,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 23:37 in Sao Paulo, it's 20:37 in Madison. 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 1,572 feet between the two airports. Dane County Regional/Truax Field sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Madison (MSN) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 140° (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 Dane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.