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São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) — Business Class Guide

São Paulo Guarulhos is South America's largest airport and LATAM's primary hub, offering connections throughout Brazil and the continent with growing premium services.

São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport is the busiest in South America and serves as LATAM Brasil’s hub. For business class travelers, it offers the best South American connectivity and improving lounge facilities.

Terminal guide for business class

Terminal 3 handles most international departures including LATAM’s long-haul flights to Europe and North America. The Star Alliance Lounge and LATAM VIP Lounge are located here.

Terminal 2 serves additional international and domestic carriers.

Terminal 1 handles budget domestic operations.

Best business class lounges

LATAM VIP Lounge (T3) offers Brazilian and international cuisine, pão de queijo and caipirinhas, shower facilities, and rest areas with views.

Star Alliance Lounge serves partner airlines with consistent quality, hot meals, and bar service.

Plaza Premium Lounge provides an alternative with paid access for passengers without lounge eligibility.

Brazilian hospitality

Lounges feature Brazilian specialties including feijoada, açaí, and fresh tropical juices. The warmth of Brazilian service culture extends throughout the travel experience.

Why fly business class through São Paulo

GRU is the gateway to Brazil and South America, with LATAM offering the continent’s best premium product. Connections to Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Santiago, and Lima are extensive. European carriers including Lufthansa, Air France, and British Airways serve GRU with lie-flat products.

FAQ

Which São Paulo lounge is best for business class?

LATAM VIP Lounge offers the most Brazilian experience; Star Alliance Lounge provides reliable quality for partner airline passengers.

How long for connections at Guarulhos?

Allow 90 minutes for international connections. Terminal changes may require longer.

How do I reach São Paulo city center?

Airport buses to Paulista Avenue take 40-60 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis cost R$150-200. Traffic in São Paulo is notoriously heavy—allow extra time.

Business class flights from São Paulo

São Paulo → Lisbon 9h 30m
from €1,400*
São Paulo → Lisbon 10h 00m
from €1,500*
São Paulo → Paris 11h 30m
from €1,600*
São Paulo → Rome 11h 30m
from €1,600*
São Paulo → Amsterdam 11h 30m
from €1,650*
São Paulo → New York 10h 00m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → London 11h 30m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → Frankfurt 11h 30m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → Zurich 12h 00m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → Atlanta 10h 30m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → Munich 12h 00m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → Istanbul 13h 00m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → Johannesburg 9h 30m
from €1,700*
São Paulo → Munich 12h 00m
from €1,750*
São Paulo → Zurich 12h 00m
from €1,750*
São Paulo → Johannesburg 9h 00m
from €1,800*
São Paulo → Dallas 11h 00m
from €1,800*
São Paulo → Doha 14h 00m
from €1,800*
São Paulo → Chicago 12h 00m
from €1,900*
São Paulo → Dubai 14h 30m
from €1,900*
São Paulo → Addis Ababa 12h 00m
from €1,900*
São Paulo → Doha 14h 00m
from €2,000*
São Paulo → Dubai 14h 30m
from €2,100*
São Paulo → Los Angeles 13h 00m
from €2,100*
São Paulo → Delhi 18h 00m
from €2,100*
São Paulo → Sydney 17h 00m
from €2,200*
São Paulo → Hong Kong 20h 00m
from €2,200*
São Paulo → Bangkok 22h 00m
from €2,300*
São Paulo → Singapore 19h 00m
from €2,300*
São Paulo → Singapore 18h 00m
from €2,400*

*Estimated prices based on historical data

Business class flights to São Paulo

Buenos Aires → São Paulo 2h 30m
from €600*
Lima → São Paulo 5h 00m
from €1,000*
Bogotá → São Paulo 6h 30m
from €1,250*
Lisbon → São Paulo 9h 45m
from €1,300*
Mexico City → São Paulo 10h 00m
from €1,400*
Madrid → São Paulo 11h 00m
from €1,500*
Miami → São Paulo 8h 30m
from €1,500*
Lisbon → São Paulo 10h 00m
from €1,500*
London → São Paulo 11h 40m
from €1,600*
Paris → São Paulo 11h 30m
from €1,600*
Lagos → São Paulo 10h 00m
from €1,600*
Amsterdam → São Paulo 11h 30m
from €1,700*
Johannesburg → São Paulo 9h 30m
from €1,700*
Casablanca → São Paulo 10h 30m
from €1,700*
Frankfurt → São Paulo 12h 00m
from €1,750*
Rome → São Paulo 12h 00m
from €1,750*
New York → São Paulo 10h 00m
from €1,800*
Cairo → São Paulo 14h 00m
from €1,800*
New York → São Paulo 10h 00m
from €1,900*
Istanbul → São Paulo 13h 30m
from €1,900*
Johannesburg → São Paulo 9h 30m
from €1,900*
Addis Ababa → São Paulo 12h 00m
from €1,900*
Zurich → São Paulo 12h 30m
from €1,900*
Abu Dhabi → São Paulo 15h 00m
from €2,100*
Auckland → São Paulo 15h 00m
from €2,100*
Dubai → São Paulo 15h 00m
from €2,200*
Doha → São Paulo 14h 30m
from €2,200*
Tokyo → São Paulo 24h 30m
from €2,200*
Sydney → São Paulo 17h 00m
from €2,200*
Melbourne → São Paulo 17h 00m
from €2,200*
Singapore → São Paulo 19h 00m
from €2,300*
Dubai → São Paulo 15h 30m
from €2,300*
Doha → São Paulo 15h 00m
from €2,400*

*Estimated prices based on historical data

Airlines with business class at São Paulo

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