São Paulo to Frankfurt am Main (GRU–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GRU–FRA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. LATAM Chile and Lufthansa lead the route. The flight covers 6,088 miles in approximately 11h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA LATAM Chile | 7 | 773 | 11h40 | – | – | – |
| LH Lufthansa Also: AI, NH, SQ | 7 | 74H | 11h35 | – | – | AI, NH, SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from São Paulo
| Metric | GRU→FRA | VCP→FRA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GRU | – | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 2 |
| Flight time | 11h 35m | 11h 40m |
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 11:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Brazilian passport holders enter Germany and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches in late 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone and issued within the last 10 years.
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.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
GRU–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to FRA
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from LATAM Chile and Lufthansa. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GRU to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to FRA is about 11 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,088 miles (9,796 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 49 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim, Munich and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Campinas (VCP).