Airport Comparison
| GRU | TIW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport | Tacoma Narrows Airport |
| IATA Code | GRU | TIW |
| ICAO Code | SBGR | KTIW |
| City | Sao Paulo | Tacoma |
| Country | Brazil | United States |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 2,459 ft | 295 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.440000, -46.470000 | 47.270000, -122.580000 |
Sao Paulo (GRU) to Tacoma (TIW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW) in Tacoma, United States is 10,920 kilometers (6,785 miles / 5,896 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 22:12 in Sao Paulo, it's 17:12 in Tacoma. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,164 feet between the two airports. Tacoma Narrows Airport sits lower than Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport.
The return flight from Tacoma (TIW) to Sao Paulo (GRU) follows a heading of 116° (east 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 Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.