Travelling from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) begins with finding the right airport to take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your options in New York.
The average length of a direct New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is 9 hours 45 minutes.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. The city is in the UTC-3 timezone and is one hour ahead of New York.
With 21 direct weekly flights between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. LATAM Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:15pm. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from JFK to GRU is with Delta Air Lines at 11pm.
Your flight from New York to GRU won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can take a direct flight from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
At JFK, there's a range of airlines operating direct flights from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, including:
Delta Air Lines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from JFK to GRU.
Delta Air Lines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to GRU. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider starting your trip from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) plane ticket from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from New York to GRU with United Airlines. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of EWR.
On the EWR to GRU route, United Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport are more likely to reach their destination on time with United Airlines compared to other carriers.
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and GRU:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kms (15 miles) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to GRU flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
73.3% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can reserve a plane ticket from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) with a stop or two out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between LGA and GRU:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The trip to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kms (11 miles) or so.
Make catching an early New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Central Sao Paulo is about 13 miles from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
£181 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Return flights start at £370. These fares may change depending on demand.
Score cheap flights from New York to GRU by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Sao Paulo. July is when most people book flights from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a New York to GRU plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Sao Paulo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the north-west, popular attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras.
Piracicaba is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 145 kms (90 miles) north-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without visiting Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.