São Paulo to Chicago (GRU–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GRU–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,237 miles in approximately 10h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 781 | 10h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from São Paulo
| Metric | GRU→ORD | VCP→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GRU | – | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – |
| Flight time | 10h 25m | 10h 45m |
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 4:00 PM in Chicago.
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.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
GRU–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to ORD
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GRU to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to ORD is about 10 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,237 miles (8,428 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Orlando, Miami and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Campinas (VCP).