Great-circle distances from major Brazilian cities to Honolulu:
| Origin | Distance |
|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro (GIG) | 11,280 km (7,007 mi) |
| São Paulo (GRU) | 11,525 km (7,162 mi) |
| Brasília (BSB) | 12,125 km (7,534 mi) |
These are straight-line measures; actual flight paths follow airways and wind patterns, adding distance. The vast South Pacific crossing makes this one of the world's longest city-pair journeys.