Air Freight Route
HoustonGuarulhos
IAHGRU
Distance
7,880 km
Air Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Flights
Select Your Cargo Type
See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between United States and Brazil.
Logistics Infrastructure Profile
Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.
IA
Origin Airport
Houston
Infrastructure Highlights
- High-capacity petrochemical and liquid bulk terminals along the Houston Ship Channel
- Upgraded container terminals with quay gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
- Panamax- and post-Panamax-capable navigation channel connecting to the Gulf of Mexico
- Highly developed intermodal network with on-dock and near-dock rail yards and interstate highway access
Key Exports
Refined petroleum products and petrochemicalsPlastics and resinsCrude oil and natural gas liquidsIndustrial machinery and equipmentAgricultural commodities (grains, oilseeds)
Export Compliance
Shippers must ensure compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and vet parties against denied party lists for all Houston-origin shipments.
GR
Destination Airport
Guarulhos
Infrastructure Highlights
- Multiple high-capacity runways supporting wide-body aircraft operations
- Upgraded cargo terminals with climate-controlled storage facilities
- Integrated highway connections to the São Paulo metropolitan logistics network
- Specialized facilities for courier and express shipments handling
Key Imports
Electronics and telecommunications equipmentIndustrial machinery and capital goodsPharmaceuticals and healthcare productsChemicals and specialty materialsHigh-value consumer goods (luxury items, branded apparel, cosmetics)
Import Regulations
Imported consignments are subject to customs clearance with Receita Federal, including correct import declaration submission.