Chicago to Sao Paulo

Flight distance, time and route map · ORD → GRU

The shortest path between the airports (great circle).
Distance8,428 km5,237 miles · 4,551 nautical miles
Flight time
about 11 h direct, estimated
Heading
south-east 141° at departure
Type
International · long-haul
Sao Paulo to Chicago

Questions

How far is Chicago from Sao Paulo by plane?

The great-circle distance between Chicago O'Hare International Airport and São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport is 8,428 km (5,237 miles). Real flight paths are usually a little longer because of airways, weather and air traffic control.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Sao Paulo?

About 11 h for a direct flight, estimated at 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Scheduled times vary with the airline, the aircraft and the winds, and the return can differ by an hour or more on long flights.

Which direction do you fly?

Planes leave Chicago heading south-east (141°) on the shortest path.

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