São Paulo to New York (GRU–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GRU–JFK is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and LATAM Chile lead the route. The flight covers 4,762 miles in approximately 9h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: CX | 7 | 789 | 9h35 | – | Oneworld | CX |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: LY | 7 | 339 | 10h | – | SkyTeam | LY |
| LA LATAM Chile Also: CX | 7 | 789 | 9h55 | – | – | CX |
| JJ TAM Brazilian Airlines | 2 | 789 | 8h46 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from São Paulo
| Metric | GRU→JFK | VCP→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GRU | – | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | – |
| Flight time | 9h 55m | 9h 18m |
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 5:00 PM in New York.
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.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
GRU–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to JFK
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, LATAM Chile and TAM Brazilian Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GRU to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to JFK is about 9 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,762 miles (7,664 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 58 return, totaling 86 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim, Boston Logan and Miami. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Campinas (VCP).