Sao Paulo to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Sao Paulo (SAO) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Brazil and United States. 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 SAO, GRU, CGH and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Sao Paulo. 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
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 10,427 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 hours
- Origin codes
- SAO, GRU, CGH
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Sao Paulo to San Francisco
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Route overview
Sao Paulo to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Brazil and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SAO and SFO. Related codes: SAO, GRU, CGH → SFO, OAK, SJC.
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
Sao Paulo airports and metro codes: SAO, GRU, CGH.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Sao Paulo, other destinations from Sao Paulo, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Sao Paulo to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Sao Paulo to San Francisco typically take about 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Sao Paulo to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Sao Paulo and San Francisco is approximately 10,427 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Sao Paulo to San Francisco?
Sao Paulo is commonly searched with code SAO (related: SAO, GRU, CGH). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Sao Paulo to San Francisco?
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 San Francisco to Sao Paulo?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Sao Paulo. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,427 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Sao Paulo to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Brazil (Sao Paulo) with United States (San Francisco).
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