Cheapest time to fly to Guarulhos Gov Andre Franco Montoro (GRU) Airport
São Paulo is a city with its finger eternally on the pulse, and with so much going on, in addition to temperatures that rarely drop below the mid-twenties, it will come as no surprise that prices of flights to Guarulhos Gov Andre Franco Montoro (GRU) remain fairly steady all year round. That being said, the best deals on non-direct flights and direct flights are more likely to be found in the low seasons of March-May, and September-November.
Flying to Guarulhos Gov Andre Franco Montoro (GRU) Airport
Located around 15 miles away from the city centre, Guarulhos airport has three terminals, one of which is dedicated solely to international flights. Direct flights to Guarulhos airport from London Heathrow are available from British Airways. Indirect flights from London airports are offered by United Airlines, Swiss Airlines, Air France and Lufthansa, to name just a few. Indirect flights are also available from Birmingham and Manchester, from airlines such as Delta and KLM.
On arrival and getting around GRU
On arrival and getting around GRU
Terminals 2 and 3 are linked by a pedestrian walkway, but to get to Terminal 3 you must use the shuttle bus. Most international flights arrive at Terminal 3. Each terminal has a decent number of shops and dining options to choose from, and a few of the cafés are open 24 hours. In addition, you can obtain a password for free Wi-Fi when you are in departures. Aside from the shops and dining facilities there are few other facilities at the airport to entertain you, but it is great for a spot of people watching whilst waiting for your flight home.
Getting to the city from the airport
You have the choice of buses, the metro, private shuttles and taxis to get from the airport to the city centre. Whilst there is no subway station at the airport, the nearest one, Tietê on blue line one, is a short bus ride away. Alternatively catch the regular bus service from the airport to several locations within the city. Another option is to book a private shuttle service to your destination at the airport. Visit the information desk on the mezzanine level of Terminal 2 to book this transport option when you arrive. You could also opt for a taxi which is best booked in advance, rather than simply hailing it outside the terminal building.
Don't Forget Before you Fly
Visitors to Brazil from the UK do not need to obtain a visa or any other special permission to stay as a tourist, which is good news if you are looking for good prices on last-minute flights. However, before you get those flights booked, make sure you will have at least six months left on your passport. Exchange your pounds for Brazilian Reals before you land, or find an ATM after you have landed.
