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São Paulo
Brazil · South America
SampaTerra da GaroaCity of Drizzle
Population 12,400,232
Coordinates 23.5475°S,
46.6361°W
Timezone South America/Sao_Paulo
UTC-3
UTC-3
Elevation 760 m (2493 ft)
Country Brazil
Continent South America
Main Airports GRU · CGH
Distance from São Paulo to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from São Paulo →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 9,497 km | 5,901 mi | NE | São Paulo to London |
 Paris | 9,401 km | 5,842 mi | NE | |
 Dubai | 12,226 km | 7,597 mi | E | |
 Shanghai | 18,564 km | 11,535 mi | NE | |
 Tokyo | 18,534 km | 11,516 mi | NW | |
 New York City | 7,685 km | 4,775 mi | N | São Paulo to New York City |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Lima | 3,453 km | 2,146 mi | W | |
 Bogotá | 4,320 km | 2,684 mi | NW | |
| Rio de Janeiro | 360 km | 224 mi | E | |
 Santiago | 2,584 km | 1,606 mi | SW | |
 Caracas | 4,378 km | 2,720 mi | NW | |
 Buenos Aires | 1,675 km | 1,041 mi | SW | |
All Distance Routes from São Paulo
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Closest Cities Near São Paulo by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 50 km
| Guarulhos | 14 km | NE |
| Osasco | 16 km | W |
| São Bernardo do Campo | 18 km | SE |
| Santo André | 16 km | SE |
| Mauá | 22 km | SE |
Within 100 km
| Campinas | 84 km | NW |
| Santos | 55 km | SE |
| São José dos Campos | 87 km | NE |
| Sorocaba | 84 km | W |
| São Vicente | 52 km | SE |
Within 250 km
| Sumaré | 103 km | NW |
| Piracicaba | 138 km | NW |
| Taubaté | 125 km | NE |
| Americana | 115 km | NW |
| Limeira | 134 km | NW |
| Santa Bárbara d'Oeste | 119 km | NW |
| Pindamonhangaba | 139 km | NE |
| Rio Claro | 158 km | NW |
| Paulínia | 102 km | NW |
| Mogi Guaçu | 135 km | N |
Within 30 miles
| Guarulhos | 9 mi | NE |
| Osasco | 10 mi | W |
| São Bernardo do Campo | 11 mi | SE |
| Santo André | 10 mi | SE |
| Mauá | 14 mi | SE |
Within 60 miles
| Campinas | 52 mi | NW |
| Santos | 34 mi | SE |
| São José dos Campos | 54 mi | NE |
| Sorocaba | 52 mi | W |
| São Vicente | 33 mi | SE |
Within 150 miles
| Sumaré | 64 mi | NW |
| Piracicaba | 86 mi | NW |
| Taubaté | 77 mi | NE |
| Americana | 71 mi | NW |
| Limeira | 84 mi | NW |
| Santa Bárbara d'Oeste | 74 mi | NW |
| Pindamonhangaba | 86 mi | NE |
| Rio Claro | 98 mi | NW |
| Paulínia | 64 mi | NW |
| Mogi Guaçu | 84 mi | N |
Average Flight Times from São Paulo
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~12h 15min | 9,497 km | NE |
| Paris | ~11h 27min | 9,401 km | NE |
| Dubai | ~14h 35min | 12,226 km | E |
| Shanghai | ~21h 38min | 18,564 km | NE |
| Tokyo | ~21h 36min | 18,534 km | NW |
| New York City | ~10h 15min | 7,685 km | N |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
São Paulo Location & Key Facts
São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil and one of the biggest urban economies in the Southern Hemisphere. As the country's financial and corporate center, it concentrates major banks, stock market activity, and multinational headquarters. The city is known for its dense skyline, large immigrant communities, and a strong cultural scene spanning museums, music, cuisine, and sports.
- ✓Largest city in Brazil by population and the main economic engine of the country
- ✓Home to B3, one of the largest stock exchanges in the Americas
- ✓Served by São Paulo-Guarulhos (GRU), one of Latin America's busiest international airports
- ✓Hosts one of the world's largest Japanese diasporas and a highly diverse food culture
- ✓A major center for business events, fashion, and contemporary art in South America
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is São Paulo from the North Pole?
São Paulo is approximately 12,626 km (7,845 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places São Paulo at 66.5° from the polar region.
How far is São Paulo from the South Pole?
The distance from São Paulo to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 7,389 km (4,591 miles).
How far is São Paulo from the equator?
São Paulo lies at 23.5475° south latitude, approximately 2,621 km (1,629 miles) from the equator.
How far is São Paulo from Rome?
The great-circle distance from São Paulo to Rome, Italy is approximately 9,477 km (5,889 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from São Paulo to Lima?
The estimated flight time from São Paulo to Lima is approximately 4h 50min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of São Paulo?
There are 255 cities within 200 km of São Paulo in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Guarulhos, Campinas, São Bernardo do Campo.
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