Flying from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Washington DC's main base, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. The city operates on the UTC-3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Washington DC.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to GRU, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to GRU departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
71% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Planning to catch a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington DC to GRU leaving from IAD. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
United is the top choice for passengers flying from IAD to GRU.
With 73.33% of services landing as planned, United is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Washington Dulles International Airport and GRU:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to GRU flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
77% of all departures from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can lock in a plane ticket from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) with one or more stops departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and GRU:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near GRU:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
At the moment, 254 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 453 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Washington DC to GRU by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Plan your visit to Sao Paulo in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Washington DC to GRU plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are must-do's during your Sao Paulo adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Museu do Café.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Piracicaba, about 145 kilometres northwest of Sao Paulo. Observatorio Astronomico Municipal, Historic Park Quilombo Corumbataí and Martha Watts Cultural Centre are among the biggest draws.

