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Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

Location: The airport is located 16 miles (30km) northeast of Sao Paulo.
Time: GMT -2 (GMT -3 between the third Sunday in October to the third Sunday in March).
Contacts: Tel: +55 (0)11 6445 2945.
Transfer between terminals: The airport has two terminals, which are within easy walking distance of each other.
Getting to the city: Taxis are available outside the terminals; visitors are advised to take the prepaid taxis, they are usually a little more expensive but give peace of mind. There is also an airport shuttle bus, which drops off at the main hotels. Public buses are also available.
Car rental: Car hire companies include Avis and Hertz.
Facilities: There are a number of bars, restaurants and shops at the airport. There are banks, currency exchange bureaux and ATMs. There is duty-free shopping before customs for Arrivals, as well as tourist information desks, business facilities and two conference rooms.
Parking: Parking fees range from BRL 7.50 for the first hour to BRL 1.50 to BRL 2.50 per hour thereafter up to a daily rate of BRL 31.50.
Departure tax: US$12 to US$36 depending on category
Website: www.infraero.gov.br
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