São Paulo to Dallas-Fort Worth (GRU–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GRU–DFW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,123 miles in approximately 10h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 7 | 789 | 10h40 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from São Paulo
| Metric | GRU→DFW | VCP→DFW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GRU | – | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 1 |
| Flight time | 10h 40m | 9h 36m |
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 3:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Brazilian passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. Brazil is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA is not available. The B1/B2 visa is typically issued with 10-year validity and allows stays of up to 180 days per visit. Interviews at a U.S. consulate in Brazil are required as part of the application.
CPTM Line 13-Jade commuter train runs from Luz station (central São Paulo) to the airport terminal in 33 minutes (R$4.40 integrated fare with metro). Trains run every 30 minutes from around 5am to midnight. This route is significantly cheaper than driving, as the Dutra highway (BR-116) suffers chronic congestion.Taxis from Paulista Avenue or Consolação cost R$90–150 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic. Ride-hails (99 or Uber) are widely used and typically R$70–120. Executive bus services (Guarucoop, Lira) run from Tietê terminal and Paulista (R$52–62). Traffic on the Dutra highway peaks heavily in afternoon and evening hours.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
GRU–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to DFW
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GRU to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to DFW ranges from 10 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,123 miles (8,244 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via SLC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Campinas (VCP).