Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Dubai: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for an average of 15 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 7 hours ahead of Sao Paulo, where Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Take your pick of 10 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to DXB is the 00:40 Emirates option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 01:05 with Emirates.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from GRU to Dubai. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) will be where your journey ends.
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Emirates. This carrier operates direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai.
We make it easy to book a flight from GRU to Dubai that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To travel to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you have a passport from Brazil. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai.
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near GRU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Dubai
386 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai. A return flight starts at 680 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book 2 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from GRU to Dubai.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from GRU to Dubai is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
It takes roughly 49 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near DXB if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is located around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 45 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours and 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from GRU to Dubai, rest your head at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Dubai, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from GRU to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
After locking in your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are top sights which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Dubai and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Dubai.
