Airport Comparison
| GRU | PLR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | St Clair County Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | PLR |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KPLR |
| City | Sao Paulo | Pell City |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 485 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 33.560000, -86.250000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Pell City (PLR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to St Clair County Airport (PLR) in Pell City, United States is 7,609 kilometers (4,728 miles / 4,109 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 22:14 in Sao Paulo, it's 19:14 in Pell City. 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 1,974 feet between the two airports. St Clair County Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Pell City (PLR) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 141° (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 St Clair County Airport (PLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.