Flying from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Maceio (where Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
The most popular route is from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). You can choose from 52 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MCZ to GRU is the 01:50 Gol service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:05 with Gol.
Give yourself enough time to make your MCZ to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Book a direct Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket and reach your destination sooner. MCZ offers nonstop flights to these Sao Paulo airports:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo. Book your journey with one of these:
MCZ is around 10 kilometres from central Maceio. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MCZ:
Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MCZ touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo
80 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return plane ticket right now is 155 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from MCZ to Sao Paulo, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from MCZ to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is located around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MCZ to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH will help you stay within budget.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to VCP. Check in to one of these stays after your MCZ to Sao Paulo flight:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from VCP around four weeks before your flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCZ to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Maceio Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Travel about 499 kilometres northeast to Belo Horizonte to check off its leading sights. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without a visit to Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.