🧭 Guarulhos Airport (GRU) Terminals
São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) consists of three terminals: T1, T2, and T3. They are all connected by a free internal shuttle bus service operating between 4:00 a.m. and midnight, with marked stops on the arrivals level.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions about GRU Terminals
- How do I know which terminal my flight operates from?
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 via the internal connector, or take the free shuttle bus if you are in Terminal 1. - Which terminal is more modern?
Terminal 3 is the newest and has the best facilities, especially for long-haul flights.
Terminal 3 – Image from Youtube
✈️ Terminal 1 – Regional flights and 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 check-in zone.
- Services: Restaurants, cafes, some basic shops, and access to VIP Lounges.
- Recommendation: It’s a simple but functional terminal. There might be fewer dining options, so it’s advisable to come prepared.
🛫 Terminal 2 – Domestic and short-haul international flights
- Destination: Primarily domestic flights and flights to Latin America. See airlines
- Connection:
- To Terminal 3: 13–15 minutes (walking via the connector)
- To Terminal 1: 14 minutes (free shuttle bus)
- Layout by level:
- Arrivals: West side (domestic flights) and East side (international flights).
- Mezzanine: Food court, shops, and basic services.
- Departures: Check-in areas B, C, D, E. Access to VIP lounges and security screening areas.
- Gates:
- West concourse: gates 201 to 229 (domestic)
- East concourse: gates 238 to 272 (international)
- Highlighted 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 in the East and West arrivals halls. See more
- See VIP Lounges
🌍 Terminal 3 – International and long-haul flights
- Destination: Intercontinental flights 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)
- Layout by level:
- Arrivals: International flights. Immigration and baggage claim area.
- Mezzanine: Walkway connecting to Terminal 2, medical services, and security screening.
- Departures: Check-in counters F, G, and H. Access to shops, dining, and services post-security.
- Gates: 301 to 332. Gates 311 to 320 are remote stands.
- Highlighted services: Modern shopping area, currency exchange, ATMs, spa, premium shops, family rooms, medical service, and many dining options.
- Hotel: TRYP by Wyndham – Inside the transit area, floor 1. See more
- See VIP Lounges
💡 Practical Tip
If your flight involves a connection between terminals, plan with sufficient buffer time. The journey between T1 and T3 can take over 15 minutes, including transfers and security checks.
For more details on how to move between terminals, visit our inter-terminal connection guide.