San Francisco to Sao Paulo Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sao Paulo (SAO) connect United States and Brazil. The great-circle distance is approximately 10,427 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 14 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SFO, OAK, SJC and SAO, GRU, CGH. The reverse route is Sao Paulo to San Francisco. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Distance
- 10,427 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- SAO, GRU, CGH
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo
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Route overview
San Francisco to Sao Paulo is a city-pair air route between United States and Brazil. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and SAO. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → SAO, GRU, CGH.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 10,427 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 14 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Sao Paulo airports and metro codes: SAO, GRU, CGH.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Sao Paulo to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Sao Paulo.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo typically take about 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Sao Paulo is approximately 10,427 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Sao Paulo is commonly searched with code SAO (related: SAO, GRU, CGH).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Sao Paulo to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Sao Paulo to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,427 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Sao Paulo route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with Brazil (Sao Paulo).
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