Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 10 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Mendoza share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Every week, there are 15 Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, pick the 07:40 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 13:15 with Aerolineas Argentinas.
To ensure you catch your GRU to MDZ flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Mendoza holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Argentina:
Most passengers choose to travel with Aerolineas Argentinas on this route.
With 73.53% of its services arriving as scheduled, Aerolineas Argentinas is the most punctual carrier operating GRU to MDZ flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between GRU and MDZ include:
Ministro Pistarini Airport
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
100 € is the best price for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight. Return flights start at 242 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from GRU to MDZ by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GRU to MDZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.54% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near GRU? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
If you're coming in on a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an El Plumerillo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from rentar low cost, CORDOBA RENT A CAR or Fit to explore Mendoza and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from El Plumerillo International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
El Plumerillo International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Mendoza. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Mendoza. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mendoza is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Plumerillo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GRU to MDZ in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Argentina
San Juan is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mendoza. Around 153 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Cerro Mercedario, Parque de Mayo and Casa Natal de Sarmiento.
Around 241 kilometres east of Mendoza, San Luis is another favourite stop in Argentina. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Parque Nacional Sierra de las Quijadas, PLAZA PRINGLES and Iglesia Catedral de San Luis.