São Paulo to Miami (GRU–MIA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GRU–MIA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. LATAM Chile, American Airlines and TAM Brazilian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,085 miles in approximately 8h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA LATAM Chile | 19 | 773, 789 | 8h25-8h29 | – | – | – |
| AA American Airlines Also: G3 | 14 | 77W, 788 | 8h25-8h30 | – | Oneworld | G3 |
| JJ TAM Brazilian Airlines | 4 | 77W, 789 | 7h33-7h47 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Miami from São Paulo
| Metric | GRU→MIA | SJK→MIA | VCP→MIA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GRU | – | 41 mi | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 8h 25m | 8h 21m | 7h 48m |
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · MIA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 5:00 PM in Miami.
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.
Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).
Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.
Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.
GRU–MIA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to MIA
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are connected by nonstop service from LATAM Chile, American Airlines and TAM Brazilian Airlines. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GRU to MIA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to MIA is about 8 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,085 miles (6,574 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 54 return, totaling 98 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek, Orlando and El Dorado. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include São José Dos Campos (SJK) and Campinas (VCP).