São Paulo Brazil 

Welcome to the São Paulo Air Hub (GRU)

Discover everything you need to know about São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)—Brazil’s busiest airport and a major gateway to South America, linking travelers to destinations across the Americas, Europe, and beyond.

Introduction

São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is Brazil’s busiest airport and a major gateway to South America. Serving São Paulo, the largest city in Brazil, (GRU) connects North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa with South America. It is a key hub for business travelers, tourists, and cargo transportation.

General Information & Contact Details. 

São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

📍 Location: São Paulo, Brazil
🌎 Airport Code: GRU
💰 Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
🗣 Official Language: Portuguese
🌐 Website: www.gru.com.br

History & Overview

• Opened: 1985

• Expansion: Modernization projects in 2014 for the FIFA World Cup

• Annual Passengers: Over 40 million

• Strategic importance: Handles over 25% of Brazil’s international flights

(GRU) provides direct flights to major cities in Europe (London, Madrid, Lisbon), the USA (New York, Miami, Los Angeles), and Latin America.

Airlines Operating at the Hub

Major Airlines Operating at GRU:

• LATAM Airlines (Brazil’s flag carrier, Hub Airline)

• Gol Linhas Aéreas (Brazil’s low-cost airline)

• Azul Airlines (Domestic & regional flights)

• American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines (USA)

• British Airways (Flights to London Heathrow, UK)

• Iberia & Air Europa (Flights to Madrid, Spain)

• TAP Air Portugal (Flights to Lisbon, Portugal)

Airport Services & Facilities

• Three passenger terminals (T3 exclusively for international flights)

• Luxury shopping, duty-free, and fine dining options

• Multiple airline lounges for business and premium travelers

• Taxi, metro, and bus connections to São Paulo city center

• Airline service desks for major carriers like LATAM, Gol, American Airlines, and more