Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is 9 hours 45 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo two hours ahead of Houston.
You can choose from ten weekly George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights. The 19:45 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:50.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your IAH to GRU flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
United Airlines has direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sao Paulo — and maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United Airlines.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates IAH to GRU flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between IAH and GRU include:
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jorge Chavez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Currently, 212 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 443 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book nine months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IAH to GRU.
August is the cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IAH to GRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Of all flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to IAH? If you've booked an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider booking a hotel near GRU if you're catching a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAH to GRU in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its leading sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Curitiba is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without visiting Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
