Airports Near São Paulo
The closest airports to São Paulo, Brazil: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to São Paulo, Brazil is Campo de Marte Airport (SAO), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAO | Campo de Marte AirportSao Paulo, Brazil | 2 mi / 4 km | 8 min | Regional |
| CGH | Congonhas AirportSao Paulo, Brazil | 6 mi / 9 km | 19 min | Regional |
| GRU | Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International AirportSao Paulo, Brazil | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | International |
| SSZ | Base Aerea de Santos AirportGuaruja, Brazil | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Regional |
| JHF | São Paulo Catarina Executive AirportSão Roque, Brazil | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 2 min | Regional |
| BJP | Aeroporto Estadual Arthur Siqueira AirportBraganca Paulista, Brazil | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Regional |
| VCP | Viracopos International AirportCampinas, Brazil | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | International |
| SJK | Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf AirportSao Jose Dos Campos, Brazil | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 37 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Campo de Marte Airport (SAO) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Guarulhos - Governador Andre Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) (13 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into São Paulo. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with SAO.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near SAO saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to São Paulo is Campo de Marte Airport (SAO), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road.