How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Sao Paulo to Los Angeles take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 9,906 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Sao Paulo to Los Angeles

9,906

Kilometres (km)

6,155

Miles (mi)

5,349

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Sao Paulo to Los Angeles is approximately 9,906 km. The typical flight time is 12h 25m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Sao Paulo

Congonhas Airport (CGH)28 km
Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport (SJK)67 km
Viracopos International Airport (VCP)83 km

Near Los Angeles

Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)7 km
Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (LGB)27 km
Bob Hope Airport (BUR)29 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Sao Paulo to Los Angeles is approximately 9,906 km (6,155 miles).