Airport Comparison
| GRU | NEW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Lakefront Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | NEW |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KNEW |
| City | Sao Paulo | New Orleans |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 30.040000, -90.030000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to New Orleans (NEW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Lakefront Airport (NEW) in New Orleans, United States is 7,549 kilometers (4,691 miles / 4,076 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 19:32 in Sao Paulo, it's 16:32 in New Orleans. 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 2,452 feet between the two airports. Lakefront Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from New Orleans (NEW) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 137° (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 Lakefront Airport (NEW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.