Travelling from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is one hour ahead of Grand Rapids and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your GRR to GRU flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GRR and GRU include:
Miami International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Currently, £260 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £535. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from GRR to GRU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from GRR to GRU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
GRR's address is 5500 44th Street Southeast.
Of all flights departing from Gerald R. Ford International Airport, 72.98% arrive on time at their destination.
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is around 14 miles from central Grand Rapids. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to GRR:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 16 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Sao Paulo in April.
When booking your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GRR to GRU in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 310 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 210 miles south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
