🧭 Terminals at Guarulhos Airport (GRU)

São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is made up of three terminals: T1, T2, and T3. All of them are connected by a free internal shuttle bus service that runs from 4:00 am to midnight, with marked stops at the arrivals level.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions about GRU Terminals
- How do I know which terminal my flight uses?
It depends on the airline and destination. Most international flights depart from Terminal 3. - Are the terminals connected?
Yes. You can walk between T2 and T3 through the internal connector, or take the free shuttle bus if you are in Terminal 1. - Which terminal is the most modern?
Terminal 3 is the newest and has the best facilities, especially for long-haul flights.

Terminal 3 – Image from Youtube
✈️ Terminal 1 – Domestic flights (Azul Linhas Aéreas)
- Destination: Domestic and regional flights.
- Connection:
- To Terminal 2: 7 minutes
- To Terminal 3: 16 minutes
- Layout: A single level divided into arrivals area, gates 101-109, and the check-in zone.
- Services: Restaurants, cafés, a few basic shops, and access to the VIP Lounges.
- Recommendation: It is a simple but functional terminal. Dining options are limited, so it’s best to arrive prepared.
🛫 Terminal 2 – Domestic and short-haul international flights
- Destination: Mainly domestic flights and international flights within Latin America. See airlines
- Connection:
- To Terminal 3: 13–15 minutes (walking via connector)
- To Terminal 1: 14 minutes (free bus)
- Level distribution:
- Arrivals: West side (domestic) and East side (international).
- Mezzanine: Food court, shops, and basic services.
- Departures: Check-in zones B, C, D, E. Access to VIP lounges and security checkpoints.
- Gates:
- West concourse: gates 201-229 (domestic)
- East concourse: gates 238-272 (international)
- Key services: Currency exchange, pharmacy, Duty-Free shops, post office, medical service, family areas, luggage storage, and a wide variety of dining options.
- Hotel: Fast Sleep – Private cabins and suites in the East and West arrivals areas. Learn more
- See VIP Lounges
🌍 Terminal 3 – International and long-haul flights
- Destination: Long-haul and most international flights operated by LATAM and other global airlines. See airlines
- Connection:
- To Terminal 1: 7 minutes (bus)
- To Terminal 2: 13–15 minutes (walking)
- Level distribution:
- Arrivals: International flights. Immigration and baggage claim areas.
- Mezzanine: Walkway to Terminal 2, medical services, and security control.
- Departures: Counters F, G, and H. Access to shops, dining, and post-security services.
- Gates: 301-332. Gates 311-320 are remote.
- Key services: Modern shopping area, currency exchange, ATMs, spa, premium stores, family areas, medical service, and many dining options.
- Hotel: TRYP by Wyndham – Inside the transit area, first floor. See more
- See VIP Lounges
💡 Practical Tip
If your trip includes a terminal connection, allow extra time. The route between T1 and T3 may take more than 15 minutes including transfers and checkpoints.
For more details on how to move between terminals, visit our inter-terminal connection guide.
