Traveling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Seattle: what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is four hours behind Sao Paulo, where Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your GRU to Seattle flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a public holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from GRU to Seattle, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Traveling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to GRU:
Of the flights that depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Seattle
The best price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle flight is $324. The cheapest price for a return flight is $623. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from GRU to Seattle if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from GRU to Seattle.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometers. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from GRU to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometers from central Seattle. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your GRU to Seattle flight:
Best time to go to Seattle
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Seattle in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from GRU to Seattle around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Seattle, browse our selection of hotels including:
LMN Architects and Greyhound: Bus Station are just two of the top attractions to put on your Seattle to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Seattle will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometers south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider Spokane, roughly 370 kilometers east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are among the biggest draws.
