São Paulo to London (GRU–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GRU–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways and LATAM Chile lead the route. The flight covers 5,878 miles in approximately 11h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: AY, IB | 7 | 351 | 11h20 | – | Oneworld | AY, IB |
| LA LATAM Chile Also: AY | 7 | 773 | 10h44 | – | – | AY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 10:00 PM in London.
Brazilian passport holders visit the UK visa-free for up to 6 months. Since February 2026, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained online before travel. The ETA costs GBP 10, is valid for 2 years with multiple entries, and is linked to the passport digitally. Airlines check ETA status at boarding and will deny check-in without one.
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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
GRU–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to LHR
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and LATAM Chile. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GRU to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to LHR is about 11 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,878 miles (9,460 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Mohammed V, Lisbon Humberto Delgado and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.