New York, United States → São Paulo, Brazil · ✈ 10h 6min · 🚗 124h 54min
4,150 nautical miles · Time difference: +2h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from New York to São Paulo is 7,686 km (4,776 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 10h 6min.
The straight-line distance from New York, United States to São Paulo, Brazil is approximately 7,686 kilometers (4,776 miles or 4,150 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
São Paulo is located southeast of New York. New York is in North America, in the Northeast region of United States, while São Paulo is in South America, in Southeast, Brazil. This intercontinental route spans from North America to South America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 7,686 km | ~10h 6min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from New York to São Paulo. For 7,686 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
New York is a major city in United States with a population of approximately 8,336,817. Located in the Northeast region, it is an important hub in North America. As one of the largest cities in United States, New York is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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São Paulo is a notable city in Brazil with a population of approximately 12,325,232. Situated in the Southeast region, it serves as a key destination in South America. São Paulo is one of Brazil's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 7,686 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from North America to South America. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 7,686 km, New York to São Paulo is one of the world's longer routes, covering 19.2% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, New York and São Paulo have a population of over 20,662,049 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from North America to South America, spanning 2 timezones.
The straight-line distance from New York to São Paulo is approximately 7,686 kilometers (4,776 miles, 4,150 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 10h 6min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 124h 54min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
São Paulo is approximately +2h ahead compared to New York.
The estimated road distance is approximately 9,992 km, which is about 30% longer than the 7,686 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.