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Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport also known as Cumbica Airport is the main airport serving Sao Paulo in Brazil. This airport was ranked number one in 2012 in terms of passengers, cargo handling and aircraft operations. Guarulhos Airport is one of the five airports in Brazil with slot restrictions that mean it can operate maximum 45 operations per hour. There are few useful things to know before you travel through this airport.
1. To & From Guarulhos International Airport
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The Guarulhos International Airport is located 25 km from the city center. There is public transport to take you to and from various places from the airport. You can get a taxi, bus, airport shuttle or even rent a car for your ease. Information regarding transport is available at the airport.
2. Official Parking Lot
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The Guarulhos International Airport offers parking facility which is available 24 hours for the visitors. The parking lot has the capacity of about 7500 vehicles. There is a separate parking space for the disabled. The standard price for one-hour parking is around $3 USD. Further information can be found at the airport.
3. Fast Sleep Hotel
The airport has a built in hotel for a quick stay in very affordable price. You can sleep for a short time or take a bath. The cabins have TV, beds, bathroom and also unlimited internet access. Fast sleep hotel is located on the ground floor next to the domestic arrivals area. You can avail this excellent facility before move on to your next destination.
4. Money Services
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There are many ATMs and banks available at Terminals 1 & 2 for the ease of passengers. You don’t need to worry if you have run out of money because you can get more cash out anytime as these services are available 24 hours a day. Currency exchange facility is also available at both Terminals.
5. Restaurants
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There are more than 50 food places at the airport. The famous ones are McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, Arabia Express, 365 Deli and many more. Few of the restaurants are open 24 hours a day. There is a variety of delicious food to fulfill your hunger.
6. Shopping
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Duty-Free is available at the airport if you want to buy something special for yourself or your loved ones. There are also many other shops offering different items to buy. Few stores are open 24 hours a day including AeroMix Convenience Store located on the first floor.
7. WIFI
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There is free WIFI available at the Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport. You can browse important information on the internet, chat with your family and friends or explore the locations you want to visit in the city. Simply connect to “GRU WIFI” on your phone or ask the customer service representative for help.
8. Pharmacy
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If you are not feeling well or want to buy any painkiller or similar item then there is pharmacy located in Terminal 1 to fulfill your need. In the case of serious medical condition or injury, there are medical offices located in Terminals 1 & 2 to treat you on the spot.
9. Information Desks
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If you are new in the country and feeling nervous regarding anything, then there are information desks located in Terminal 1 & 2 to facilitate you. Information related to restaurants, hotels, stores, flights, transport, tourism, car hire and other services can be found at these information counters.
10. Airport Lounges
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You can buy the lounge pass if you are an economy class traveler and enter the lounges at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. You can also enter through membership program available on individual lounge page. There are a number of facilities available in each lounge for the passengers.
These were the important things about Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport you should know before you plan to visit Brazil.
Have a good trip and travel!
