São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport — São Paulo, Brazil
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (São Paulo) is GRU — its ICAO code is SBGR.
Distance & flight time from GRU
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport
As Brazil's busiest airport by passenger and cargo volume, GRU anchors South America's largest metropolitan economy, connecting São Paulo to destinations across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and beyond through an extensive long-haul network unmatched elsewhere on the continent. Located in the municipality of Guarulhos on the city's northeastern outskirts, the airport formally bears the name of André Franco Montoro, a former São Paulo state governor and prominent figure in Brazil's democratic transition. Guarulhos functions as the primary hub for Brazil's leading carriers, complementing the smaller, more centrally located Congonhas airport, which handles shorter domestic routes including the frequent shuttle to Rio de Janeiro. Multiple terminals and ongoing infrastructure investment reflect the airport's role as the financial capital's essential link to global trade, business travel, and the country's substantial diaspora.
Runways at São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10L/28R | 12139 ft (3700 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
| 10R/28L | 9843 ft (3000 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SAO PAULO APP | 119.8 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.75 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121 MHz |
| GND | GUARULHOS GROUND | 121.7 MHz |
| ILS | RWY 10L - IUC | 110.7 MHz |
| ILS | RWY 28L - IBC | 111.1 MHz |
| ILS | RWY 10R - IGH | 111.7 MHz |
| ILS | RWY 28R - IGS | 111.9 MHz |
| OPS | SAO PAULO OPS | 122.5 MHz |
| TWR | GUARULHOS TWR | 132.75 MHz |
Airports near São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU)
- Campo de Marte Airport (RTE) — 19.2 km (11.9 mi)
- Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport (CGH) — 28.8 km (17.9 mi)
- Santos Nero Moura Air Base / Guarujá Airport (SSZ) — 57.9 km (36.0 mi)
- Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport (SJK) — 66.1 km (41.1 mi)
- São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport (JHF) — 71.0 km (44.1 mi)
- Viracopos International Airport (VCP) — 82.7 km (51.4 mi)
- Edu Chaves Field (GUJ) — 147.6 km (91.7 mi)
- Poços de Caldas - Embaixador Walther Moreira Salles Airport (POO) — 177.0 km (110.0 mi)
GRU sits in Guarulhos on São Paulo's northeastern edge, operates multiple terminals across parallel runways, and ranks as Brazil's busiest airport for both passenger volume and international cargo traffic.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport?
The IATA code for São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport is GRU.
What is the ICAO code for São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport?
The ICAO code for São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport is SBGR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.