Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 45 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo four hours behind Madrid.
Each week, there are 35 Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flights. To be on board early, opt for the 11:25 Iberia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with Iberia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAD to GRU flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Sao Paulo holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Brazil:
Most travellers choose to fly with Iberia on this route.
Air China is a leader in on-time performance for MAD to GRU flights, with 82.43% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAD and GRU:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Currently, 319 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 604 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to GRU.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAD to GRU.
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Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Consider staying in a hotel near GRU if you're on a late Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Sao Paulo in March.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to GRU in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If there's time to check out another side of Brazil, consider Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are among its highlights.