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Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport

São Paulo, BR
Security · Predicted
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Immigration · Predicted
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Check-in
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Estimated Normal · peak Slow at 7a · best Fast at 2a
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Domestic Flight
90 min
before departure
International Flight
150 min
before departure
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Total Queue Time Estimate

Combined
Security
22
min
Immigration
22
min
Total
44
min
Add ~30 min for check-in & boarding
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Wait Time History — Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport

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Tips for Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport

  • Arrive at least 150 minutes before your flight to allow time for check-in, security, and immigration.
  • Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
  • Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
  • Immigration processing currently averages 22 minutes. Have your passport and any required documents ready to minimize your time at the desk.
  • Tuesdays and Wednesdays typically have the lightest passenger traffic. Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings are usually the busiest.

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GRU Airport FAQs

For Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport in São Paulo, arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Current wait times show approximately 22 minutes for security and 22 minutes for immigration, so plan accordingly.
The queue index at Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport indicates overall airport congestion levels based on security, immigration, and check-in wait times. A low queue index (under 30%) means smooth operations, moderate (30-70%) suggests normal traffic, and high (over 70%) indicates busy conditions with longer waits.
Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport offers various amenities including TSA PreCheck and Clear for expedited security, lounges, dining and shopping, currency exchange, free WiFi, and ground transportation options. Premium travelers can access airline lounges with Priority Pass or credit card memberships.
Terminal connections at Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport vary by airport. Most large airports offer free shuttle services, AirTrain or automated people movers, and walking paths. Check the airport map or information desk for the fastest route between terminals.

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IATA Code
GRU
Location
São Paulo
Brazil
Current Status
Quiet Traffic
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Busiest Months
JulAugDec
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Last updated: August 26, 2026

About Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport

Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) serves São Paulo in Brazil. Travelers flying through GRU should plan for variable security wait times depending on time of day and season.

International travelers arriving at GRU should plan ahead for immigration processing. Have your passport and any required visa documents ready before reaching the immigration desk to speed up processing.

The busiest travel periods at GRU are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Arriving early is always recommended during busy periods.