Orlando to São Paulo (MCO–GRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MCO–GRU 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 7h 16m. Beyond nonstop, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA LATAM Chile | 13 | 789 | 8h35-8h40 | – | – | |
| JJ TAM Brazilian Airlines | 5 | 789 | 7h16-8h16 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · GRU: -03
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 7:00 PM in São Paulo.
US passport holders need an eVisa to enter Brazil. Apply through the official portal at gov.br/mre before departure. The eVisa costs USD 80.90, is valid for 10 years with multiple entries, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Processing takes a few business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).
CPTM Line 13-Jade to Luz station (central São Paulo) takes 33 minutes (R$4.40). Transfers at Luz connect to metro Lines 1, 3, and 4 for broader coverage. Airport trains run every 30 minutes; check the last departure time if arriving late. Executive buses to Tietê terminal and Paulista run frequently (R$52–62, 45–75 min).Taxis use a fixed airport tariff (zona aeroportuária); central São Paulo costs R$120–200. Uber and 99 are widely used and typically cheaper. São Paulo's traffic is notoriously heavy on the Dutra; road times can double during peak hours. GRU has two terminal buildings (T1/T2/T3 domestic and T3 international); confirm your terminal before heading to check-in.
Humid subtropical climate at 750m altitude. São Paulo is perched on a plateau, which moderates temperatures compared to coastal Brazil. Summers (December–March) are warm and extremely wet. Heavy thunderstorms develop almost daily in the afternoon, regularly causing ground holds at GRU. Flooding in the city can cut road access to the airport even when the runway is clear.
Winters (June–August) are mild and dry (10–20°C) with low humidity. This is the most flight-stable season. Fog occurs occasionally on winter mornings. Temperatures rarely exceed 32°C or drop below 8°C. The rainy season aligns with Southern Hemisphere summer, the opposite of Northern Hemisphere intuition.
MCO–GRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to GRU
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) are connected by nonstop service from TAM Brazilian Airlines and LATAM Chile. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MCO to GRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to GRU ranges from 7 hours 16 minutes to 8 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,268 miles (6,869 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via PLS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.