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Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport Guide (GRU)

Airport info
Code: GRU
Address:
PO Box 3061, Guarulhos, São Paulo, 07141-970, Brazil
Location:

Sao Paolo airport is situated 25km (18 miles) northeast of São Paulo.

Number of terminals: 2 Dialling code: +55
Telephone:
(11) 2445 2945.
Timezone: GMT -3:00
São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport map

Here you'll find essential information on São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Airport news: 

The airport is presently undergoing a massive redevelopment, involving construction of a third runway, and development of a new Terminal 3, to be ready in time for Brazil's hosting of the 2014 FIFA World Cup tournament. There are also plans to build an express rail link between São Paolo airport and the city.

Information: 

There are tourist information desks (tel: (11) 2445 2380 or 4029) on the Arrivals floor of Terminals 1 and 2 and there are also two Infraero information counters in both terminals. Comunicação Social can help with specific enquiries (tel: (11) 2445 2256 or2891).

Website: 
www.infraero.gov.br
Transfer between terminals: 

The two terminals are situated close enough together for passengers to access them on foot.

Driving directions: 

To reach Sao Paolo airport, take either the Ayrton Senna or Presidente Dutra highways.

Public Transport

Public transport road: 

Bus: The airport bus connects with Congonhas Domestic Airport and the city centre. There is also an executive city bus for which tickets should be purchased in advance on the Arrivals floor. Numerous regular service buses link GRU with various locations in São Paulo. There is also a shuttle minibus service which runs to the city centre (journey time: 30-50 minutes).

Taxi: Prepaid radio taxis serve the terminals.
 

Terminal facilities

Money: 

Banks with bureau de change facilities and ATMs are located at the airport. There is also a 24-hour post office in Terminal 1. Internet access is available.

Food: 

Restaurants selling refreshments are available in both terminals.

Shopping: 

There are shops in both terminals, including duty-free.

Luggage: 

Trolleys are available. There is a left-luggage office, operated by Malex do Brasil and open 24 hours a day, in Arrivals.

Other: 

First aid facilities and pharmacies are located in both terminals.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

Business facilities (telephone, fax machines and computers) are available on the Departures floor of the administration building. As well as VIP lounges, there are two conference rooms that can each accommodate 80-100 people. Conference facilities are also offered at local hotels, including the São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel (tel: (11) 2468 6999; www.marriott.com) and the Hotel Monaco Residence (tel: (11) 2463 7222; www.monacohoteis.com.br)

Disabled facilities: 

Facilities for disabled travellers include ramped access and lifts, adapted toilets and telephones.

Car parking: 

Long- and short-term parking is available outside the terminals at Sao Paolo airport; payment offices are situated in the Arrivals halls.

Car rental: 

Avis, Budget, Hertz, Interlocadora, Localiza, Locar Alpha, Movida and Unidas all have offices at the airport.

Airport hotels

Hotel reservations can be made at the tourist information counters on the Arrivals floor of Terminals 1 and 2 (tel: (11) 2445 2380). A number of hotels are situated near to the airport.

Hilton São Paulo Morumbi

Hilton São Paulo Morumbi is 35km (22 miles) from the Guarulhos International Airport. The hotel has a range of business services, an airline desk, fitness room and on-site dining options.

Telephone: (11) 6845 0000.
Website:
Hotel Monaco Residence

The Hotel Monaco Residence is located five to 10 minutes from São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant, 24-hour room service and a business centre.

Telephone: (11) 6463 7222.
Ibis Guarulhos

Ibis Guarulhos is located 10km (6 miles) from São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. The hotel has an on-site restaurant and conference space for up to 300 delegates.

Telephone: (11) 2463 5400.
Mercure Guarulhos

Mercure Guarulhos is located a few minutes from São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. The hotel has on-site dining options, car parking spaces, a swimming pool and fitness facilities.

Telephone: (11) 2475 9988.
Novotel Centre Norte

Novotel Centre Norte is located 18km (11 miles) from São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport. The hotel has a range of sports facilities, on-site dining options and a business centre.

Telephone: (11) 2224 4000.
São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel

The São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel is located five-minutes' drive from São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and offers a shuttle service to/from the airport. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, a business centre, a swimming pool and fitness facilities.

Telephone: (11) 6468 6999.
Website:
Tivoli São Paulo Mofarrej Hotel

Tivoli São Paulo Mofarrej Hotel is located near central São Paulo and offers a range of dining options, spa facilities and conference and business services.

Telephone: (11) 3146 5900.