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How far is Richmond, VA, from São Paulo?

The distance between São Paulo (São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport) and Richmond (Richmond International Airport) is 4647 miles / 7479 kilometers / 4038 nautical miles.

São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport – Richmond International Airport

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Distance from São Paulo to Richmond

There are several ways to calculate the distance from São Paulo to Richmond. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 4647.390 miles
  • 7479.249 kilometers
  • 4038.471 nautical miles

Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.

Haversine formula
  • 4663.508 miles
  • 7505.188 kilometers
  • 4052.477 nautical miles

The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).

How long does it take to fly from São Paulo to Richmond?

The estimated flight time from São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport to Richmond International Airport is 9 hours and 17 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Richmond International Airport (RIC)

On average, flying from São Paulo to Richmond generates about 538 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 538 kilograms equals 1 187 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from São Paulo to Richmond

See the map of the shortest flight path between São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Richmond International Airport (RIC).

Airport information

Origin São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport
City: São Paulo
Country: Brazil Flag of Brazil
IATA Code: GRU
ICAO Code: SBGR
Coordinates: 23°26′8″S, 46°28′23″W
Destination Richmond International Airport
City: Richmond, VA
Country: United States Flag of United States
IATA Code: RIC
ICAO Code: KRIC
Coordinates: 37°30′18″N, 77°19′10″W