São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport – Governador André Franco Montoro
Guarulhos is the international São Paulo gateway, with major runway infrastructure and movement planning requirements.
Search aircraft on LineaumSão Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU/SBGR) is the international gateway airport for São Paulo. DECEA identifies the airport northeast of São Paulo with a substantial multi-runway system, while current airport guidance also makes clear that traffic, apron capacity and movement coordination remain important.
Guarulhos can be practical for international processing and larger-aircraft planning where the current airport and handling procedures support the mission. It is not automatically the closest or most efficient choice for every passenger: compare the road transfer and operating plan with Catarina and Congonhas.
- Distance
- Approx. 21.6km NE of São Paulo
- Runway
- Two 3,700m runways plus a 3,000m runway
- Operating
- Confirm current airport and handling procedures for the movement
- Fuel
- Jet fuel and fuelling arrangements require operator confirmation
- Customs
- International customs and immigration arrangements are available through the international airport context; confirm the movement-specific process.
- FBOs
- 1 listed
Private aviation suitability
Guarulhos is São Paulo’s international gateway airport, with substantial runway infrastructure but commercial-airport traffic, apron capacity and movement coordination to consider.
- international São Paulo gateway planning
- larger-aircraft missions where airport procedures allow
- itineraries centred on eastern São Paulo or international connections
Key operational facts
Airport access and operating details should be confirmed for the aircraft and requested date.
- Runway summary
- Two 3,700m runways plus a 3,000m runway
- Published hours
- Confirm current airport and handling procedures for the movement
- Fuel
- Jet fuel and fuelling arrangements require operator confirmation
- Customs
- International customs and immigration arrangements are available through the international airport context; confirm the movement-specific process.
- ICAO
- SBGR
- IATA
- GRU
- Facility type
- airport
Runway information
Runway dimensions are one part of an aircraft performance assessment; weather, weight, temperature, runway condition and operator approvals also matter.
- Identifier
- 10L/28R
- Length
- 3,700m
- Width
- 45m
- Surface
- Asphalt
- Identifier
- 10R/28L
- Length
- 3,700m
- Width
- 45m
- Surface
- Asphalt
- Identifier
- 15/33
- Length
- 3,000m
- Width
- 45m
- Surface
- Asphalt
Slots, PPR and operating context
Coordination requirements can vary by movement, season and airport procedure.
- Slots
- Airport coordination, handling and apron capacity must be confirmed; current AIS material records restrictions on using SBGR as an alternate in certain planned operations.
- PPR
- No blanket PPR claim is made; confirm permissions, handling and movement requirements.
- Other constraints
- Commercial traffic, apron capacity, handling, routing and the final São Paulo address affect the practical choice.
FBO and handling
The providers listed here are identified in airport or authority information; confirm current availability and services for the movement.
GRU Airport Executive and Handling Coordination
- International passenger processing
- Flight coordination
- Ground handling subject to confirmation
Aircraft suitability
Aircraft selection remains subject to performance calculations, passenger and baggage requirements, weather, runway condition and operator approval.
- long-range and larger business aircraft where current airport procedures allow
- international arrival and departure planning
- missions where runway infrastructure and customs context are important
Aircraft acceptance, handling, apron capacity, permissions, weather and the final road transfer require confirmation.
Access to Guarulhos
Ground transfer times are approximate and traffic-dependent.
- Distance
- Approximately 21.6km northeast of São Paulo
- Typical drive time
- Traffic-dependent transfer from São Paulo and the airport corridor
- Planning note
- Guarulhos can suit international-gateway planning, but a longer road transfer may make Catarina or Congonhas more practical for some itineraries.
Destination served
This airport guide covers private-aviation access for the destination.
Alternative airports
Airport choice depends on the final address, aircraft, operating requirements and handling availability.
Connected private jet routes
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Events at this airport
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Frequently asked questions: GRU
What is Guarulhos Airport’s code?
São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport uses IATA code GRU and ICAO code SBGR.
When is Guarulhos useful for a private jet to São Paulo?
Guarulhos is the international gateway airport and may suit missions where international processing and the available aircraft matter. Current handling, apron capacity, permissions and the final road transfer must be confirmed.
Is Guarulhos always better than Catarina or Congonhas?
No. Guarulhos, Catarina and Congonhas serve different planning needs. The best option depends on the aircraft, passenger address, international formalities, movement coordination and the requested event or itinerary.
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