Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Fort Lauderdale is one hour behind Sao Paulo.
For a relaxed start to your GRU to Fort Lauderdale flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from GRU to Fort Lauderdale. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to GRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Fort Lauderdale
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is Rs67,211. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs121,476. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from GRU to Fort Lauderdale. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Fort Lauderdale across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the centre of Fort Lauderdale takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FLL:
Grab a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car and discover Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from GRU to Fort Lauderdale.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Plan your trip to Fort Lauderdale in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Fort Lauderdale in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from GRU to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Start your Fort Lauderdale trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Fort Lauderdale, check out our range of hotels including:
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Fort Lauderdale to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
You've done Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Tampa, about 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are the start of reasons to visit.
