Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Sao Paulo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your GRU to CUN flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between GRU and CUN:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Santo Domingo Las Americas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Cancun Airport (CUN)
Right now, 162 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 281 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from GRU to CUN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from GRU to CUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
71% of flights departing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to GRU:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
Consider staying in a hotel near CUN if you're catching a late Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cancun Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cancun Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Cancun. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Cancun Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GRU to CUN in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Cancun, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its popular sights. From Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos to Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without a visit to Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.