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Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro (SBGR/GRU) — São Paulo, Brazil

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Customs
Available 24h
Port of entry
Yes, with conditions
Fuel
JET A-1
Tower
118.400
Runways
10R/28L, 10L/28R
Community check
106 days ago
Elevation
2,461 ft

Times in UTC. Reference only: verify with the AIP and NOTAMs.

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Checked by the community — 18 field confirmations, last one 106 days ago.
100% Data Complete 52 of 52 points
Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
Observed Activity · Oct 26
288 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 243 on the ground · busiest hour 11:00Z
2026-10-132026-10-26
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBGR
  • Name: Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -23.435556
  • Longitude: -46.473057
  • Elevation: 2461 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: São Paulo
  • IATA Code: GRU
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBBS
  • Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
  • Distance from City: 25.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 10R/28L

  • Designation: 10R/28L
  • Dimensions: 9843 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 810/F/C/X/T
  • Lighting: ALS (L5+L11A+L19A+L20), PAPI, CL, Edge (high), Threshold (high), Taxiway
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME IGH RWY 10R (111.7, IM+OM), ILS/DME IGS RWY 28R (111.9, IM+MM)
  • Approach Types: ILS RWY 10R, ILS RWY 28R, VOR/DME, RNP, RNAV
  • Remarks: PCR 810. MEHT 10R:63ft, 28L:71ft. 3000x45m. TODA 3300m (10R).

Runway 10L/28R

  • Designation: 10L/28R
  • Dimensions: 12139 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 790/F/C/X/T
  • Lighting: ALS (L5+L11A+L19A+L20), PAPI, CL, Edge (high), Threshold (high), Taxiway
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME IUC RWY 10L (110.7), ILS/DME IBC RWY 28L (111.1), VOR/DME (not on-field)
  • Approach Types: ILS RWY 10L, ILS RWY 28L, VOR/DME, RNP, RNAV
  • Remarks: PCR 790. MEHT 10L:57ft, 28R:61.48ft. THR 10L displaced 90m, THR 28R displaced 60m. 3700x45m.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.400, 121.500, 132.750, 135.200 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700, 126.900 MHz
  • Operations: 122.500 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 121.000 MHz
  • ATIS: 127.750 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: H24 (API INTL default H24)

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +55 (11) 2445-2629
  • ARO Tel: +55 (11) 2445-4313
  • MET Tel: +55 (11) 2445-2179
  • Admin Tel: +55 (11) 2445-5000
  • Health Tel: +55 (11) 2445-2629
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.gru.com.br
  • Remarks: Operator: GRU Airport (Invepar/ACSA). SAC: 0800 595 0700 (Mon-Fri 09-18). Email: [email protected]

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Yes
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: CGNA (Centro de Gerenciamento de Navegacao Aerea): slot coordination required. Contact via SITA or CGNA online system. Minimum 48 hours advance for GA.
  • Remarks: IATA Level 3. Min 24h advance for GA. GAT fee USD 2,450 arr + dep. Handling mandatory. Via CGNA.

Customs

  • Open: 00:00:00
  • Close: 23:59:59
  • Phone: 0
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24

Fees

  • Landing Fee: BRL $20.00 per metric ton MTOW
  • Parking Fee: BRL $10.00 per metric ton MTOW per hour; first 2 hours free for international
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: BRL
  • Remarks: Sao Paulo/Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International. GRU Airport (concessionaire) fees. Busiest airport in South America.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: Available on the apron do ETA-4.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes, with conditions: General aviation and air taxi flights must coordinate with the airport 6 hours ahead, or 24 hours for aircraft codes C to E; international flights may stay at most 3 hours on the ground unless a longer stay is confirmed (AD 2.20, ROTAER) Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: H24. International, port of entry. Fire CAT 10 (A380 removal 575,000kg). Civil/military. 4 ILS systems (10L/10R/28L/28R). 2 runways (3700m+3000m). PCR 790/810. Vulture hazard on approach. Kite hazard ATZ Jan/Feb/Jul/Dec. No VFR FPL for fixed-wing (except military). No training (except military). Turboprop/piston restricted 0930-1300/2200-0200. GA coordination: 6h (<=24m), 24h (<=65m). Helicopter overflight BASP prohibited. PRAI: A380-800 +55 (11) 2445-2200. AIS: +55 (11) 2445-2629. FPL: +55 (11) 2445-3185. Operator: GRU Airport.

Alternates

SBJH

  • ICAO: SBJH
  • Name: SAO PAULO CATARINA AEROPORTO EXECUTIVO
  • Distance (NM): 38.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes, with conditions: Customs and immigration must be requested at least 24 hours ahead (ROTAER) Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01

SBKP

  • ICAO: SBKP
  • Name: Viracopos
  • Distance (NM): 44.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes, with conditions: Customs and immigration Mon-Fri 1100-2000 UTC, not on holidays, on request to the airport 24 hours ahead; general aviation international passenger flights need the airport's authorisation by email at least 1 hour ahead (AD 2.3, AD 2.20) Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01

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Brazil Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: Notification only (no advance time specified for overflight-only; 24 hours recommended)
  • Landing Lead Time: 24 hours (AVANAC for multi-airport); Part 135 charter: allow 5+ business days
Private / GA Operations:

Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time.

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Active NOTAMs

J0961/26
info
Runway closed
RWY 10R/28L CLSD DUE TO MAINT SER
2026-10-07 03:30 UTC 2026-10-31 07:59 UTC
F6014/26
info
Runway closed
RWY 10R/28L CLSD DEVIDO SER MAINT
2026-10-07 03:30 UTC 2026-10-31 07:59 UTC
J0948/26
caution
Obstacle erected
OBST (CRANE) LGTD ERECTED WI COORD 232540.40S0462836.30W - 232540.80S0462837.90W - 232535.00S0462839.40W - 232534.70S0462839.20W - 232535.90S0462837.80W HGT 33.40M (110 FT) ALT OTP 773.31M (2537 FT).
2026-10-01 13:42 UTC 2026-12-29 03:00 UTC

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Checked with DECEA AISWEB at 2026-10-27 15:14 UTC. Also includes NOTAMs from the FAA NOTAM feed.
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SBGR?
The tower frequency at Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro is 118.400, 121.500, 132.750, 135.200 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBGR?
Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro offers JET A-1.
Does SBGR require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time. Permit details for Brazil
Is customs available at SBGR?
Yes, customs at Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro is available from 00:00:00 to 23:59:59.
Does SBGR require slots or PPR?
Slots are required and PPR is required at Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro.
Where is SBGR located?
Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro (SBGR) is located in São Paulo, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBGR?
The IATA code for Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro is GRU.
Does SBGR have an ILS approach?
Yes, Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 10R/28L, 10L/28R.
Is SBGR a port of entry?
Yes, with conditions. General aviation and air taxi flights must coordinate with the airport 6 hours ahead, or 24 hours for aircraft codes C to E; international flights may stay at most 3 hours on the ground unless a longer stay is confirmed (AD 2.20, ROTAER). Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01.
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