São Paulo to Orlando (GRU–MCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GRU–MCO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. LATAM Chile and TAM Brazilian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,268 miles in approximately 8h 47m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA LATAM Chile | 16 | 788, 789 | 8h39-8h55 | – | – | – |
| JJ TAM Brazilian Airlines | 2 | 789 | 8h01 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Orlando from São Paulo
| Metric | GRU→MCO | VCP→MCO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GRU | – | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 9 |
| Flight time | 8h 47m | 8h 56m |
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · MCO: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 5:00 PM in Orlando.
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.
Brightline trains depart from Terminal C to Fort Lauderdale (3h, from $30) and Miami (3.5h, from $30); this is the only intercity rail option from the airport. For Walt Disney World or International Drive, ride-hails cost $25–40 and take 20–30 minutes. Mears Connect shuttle buses serve the major resort areas (from $16 per person).Taxis are metered and available at Ground Transportation. Rental car agencies are in the Terminal B intermodal center; accessible by Automated People Mover from both Terminal A and Terminal C. All five theme park areas offer resort shuttle services but these require pre-booking.
Subtropical climate, warm to hot year-round. Summer (June–September) is the most disruptive season: daily afternoon thunderstorms arrive with near-clockwork timing and frequently cause ground stops at MCO, often delaying 3–4pm banks of departures. Heat and humidity can top 35°C with heat index over 40°C. Lightning density in central Florida is among the highest in the United States.
Hurricane season (June–November) brings occasional tropical systems. Orlando sits far enough inland to avoid direct storm surge but tropical downpours cause significant disruption. Winters are mild (10–22°C) with low humidity and minimal rain. January–March is the most flight-stable period.
GRU–MCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to MCO
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are connected by nonstop service from LATAM Chile and TAM Brazilian Airlines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
GRU to MCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to MCO is about 8 hours 47 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,268 miles (6,869 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Punta Cana and Tancredo Neves. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Campinas (VCP).