Guarulhos International Airport is Brazil's main hub and the busiest airport in South America (43.6 million passengers in 2024), located approximately 25 km northeast of São Paulo's city center.
It is LATAM Airlines' hub and the entry point for almost all intercontinental flights directly to Brazil.
How to get to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to GRU
Parking near Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport
The official parking (Indigo) is located in front of the terminals.
Booking online, the rate starts at 33.60 BRL/day; without booking, at the counter, the daily rate rises to 75-100 BRL depending on the sector (Standard, Premium, or Parking Building).
How to get to São Paulo from GRU
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
From GRU to the most sought-after destinations
| If you want to... | Choose | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
| Spend as little as possible | EMTU urban bus (line 257) to Tatuapé station (Metro Line 3-Red / Train Line 11-Coral) | ~7.65 BRL |
| Reach the financial district without transfers | Airport Bus Service, line 316, to Avenida Paulista | ~46 BRL |
| Continue immediately by bus to another city | Semi-express line 472EX1 to Rodoviária do Tietê | ~44 BRL |
| Heavy luggage or a red-eye flight | Official Guarucoop taxi or app (Uber/99) from the arrivals area | ~90-180 BRL |
Guarulhos → Tatuapé
Tatuapé is the hub where EMTU line 257 connects to both the Metro Red Line 3 and the CPTM Train Line 11-Coral: from here you can reach the center or the east side of the city without getting stuck in Marginal Tietê traffic.
Guarulhos → Avenida Paulista
Avenida Paulista is São Paulo's main financial and cultural district, home to MASP and banks and multinationals: Airport Bus Service reaches it without transfers, convenient for those staying in the area or with work appointments.
Guarulhos → Rodoviária do Tietê
Those needing to continue by bus to other Brazilian cities will find in Rodoviária do Tietê the country's main intercity terminal, alongside a Blue Line 1 Metro station for those wanting to get downtown instead.
Guarulhos → Centro Histórico (Sé e Praça da República)
Per il centro storico, con la Catedral da Sé e il Theatro Municipal vicino a Praça da República, la combinazione più pratica resta il bus fino a Tatuapé o Paulista seguito da una corsa di metrô: un taxi diretto impiega invece 45-60 minuti secondo il traffico, spesso intenso su questa tratta.
Car rental at Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport
The major car rental companies have their own desks in the arrivals area.
Bring a driver's license, passport, and credit card in the driver's name for the security deposit; an International Driving Permit (IDP) is generally also required for foreign visitors. São Paulo's traffic is among the most complex on the continent: consider whether you really need a car in the city or only for trips outside the urban area.
Hotels near Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport
Transit hotel in Terminal 3
It is in the international departures area of T3, already past security and passport control: you walk to the gate.
Best for: Anyone connecting at Guarulhos between two international flights with only hand luggage.
- No transfer and no checks to repeat: you leave the room and walk to the gate
- You avoid the traffic to São Paulo entirely before a morning flight
- Accessible only with an international boarding pass and no checked baggage
- Not an option for anyone leaving on a domestic flight or needing to collect luggage
Airport area (Guarulhos)
Hotel shuttles or a taxi to the terminals, in a few minutes: the selected hotels are within 4 km of the airport.
Best for: Anyone landing in the evening and leaving the next morning, or with a flight before 8 a.m.
- A few minutes from the terminal, without depending on traffic on the Marginal Tietê
- Free hotel shuttles to the terminals
- Large properties, used to late check-ins and dawn departures
- In the evening, outside the hotel, there is nothing to see on foot
- To visit São Paulo it is still 40-60 minutes of road each way
Recommended hotels
- Pullman São Paulo Guarulhos Airport Free round-trip shuttle to the terminals, plus a pool and gym to fill the hours of a long connection; reviews praise the breakfast. View availability
- Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport Less than 4 km from the airport, with a free airport shuttle (subject to availability) and hot breakfast included. View availability
Avenida Paulista and Jardins
The Airport Bus Service (line 316) stops in front of several hotels on Paulista and Alameda Santos: 50-110 minutes depending on traffic. Taxi or Uber 40-60 minutes outside peak hours.
Best for: Anyone staying a few days in the city who wants to reach the hotel with no changes.
- The bus from the airport drops you at the door of several hotels in the area
- Metro Linha 2-Verde under the avenue for getting around the city without a car
- Museums, restaurants and shops within walking distance, even in the evening
- The bus runs at fixed, infrequent times: check the timetable
- At peak times the journey to Guarulhos can exceed an hour and a half
Recommended hotels
- Tivoli Mofarrej São Paulo On Alameda Santos, one street from Paulista and with a bus stop for the airport in front of the entrance; it has an Anantara spa. View availability
- Renaissance São Paulo Hotel In the Jardins a few steps from Paulista, it is one of the Airport Bus Service stops; reviews praise the staff. View availability
- ibis São Paulo Paulista Right on Avenida Paulista, 100 m from Consolação metro, with a bar open 24 hours and a stop for the airport bus. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
- lounges
- 23
- with Priority Pass
- 7
- paid entry
- from 165 BRL
- open 24 hours
- 15
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
Three terminals (T1, T2, T3) connected by a people mover and pedestrian walkways; T3 handles most international flights. From check-in to gate you generally walk 15-20 minutes in T3.
Customs and security checks can take longer than expected during peak hours of intercontinental flights: for international flights, arriving at least 3 hours early is advised.
Map of Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Do I need a visa for Brazil?
It depends on nationality: EU and UK citizens don't need a visa for up to 90 days; citizens of the US, Canada and Australia must instead apply for an e-visa online in advance (fee of USD 80.90, payable only on the official website) since April 2025.
Q. How long does it take to get to central São Paulo from the airport?
By car or bus it takes from under an hour to over an hour and a half, as São Paulo traffic is among the heaviest in South America; CPTM's Expresso Aeroporto train avoids the road but requires the shuttle to the station.
Q. Is the train, the bus or a taxi better for getting to the centre?
The Expresso Aeroporto train is the cheapest (R$ 5.40) and avoids traffic, but you need the shuttle to the station and often a change to the metro; the Airport Bus Service (46.50 BRL) goes without changes to Paulista, República and Congonhas; the official Guarucoop taxi (120-180 BRL) remains the most convenient with lots of luggage or at night.
Q. Is Guarulhos connected to the São Paulo metro?
Not directly to the metro, but it is by train: CPTM's Expresso Aeroporto links Aeroporto-Guarulhos station with Palmeiras-Barra Funda, stopping at central stations where you can change to the metro; a free shuttle runs between the station and the terminals.
Q. Which lounges accept Priority Pass?
7 lounges, including W Lounge (T1), Advantage VIP (T2), The Lounge São Paulo (T2), Urban Cowork Airport Lounge (T2), W Premium The West (T2) and W Premium Lounge (T3).
Q. How much does lounge access cost without a business class ticket?
The lowest entry price is 165 BRL, at Urban Cowork Airport Lounge (T2).
Q. Are any lounges open 24 hours?
Yes, 15, including W Lounge (T1), Advantage VIP (T2), The Lounge São Paulo (T2), Urban Cowork Airport Lounge (T2), W Premium The West (T2) and W Premium Lounge (T3).
Flight board
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