Travelling from Milan to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo. Explore your options for jetting out of Milan from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN).
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) and Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's primary gateways.
Around 12 hours is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Milan to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo is four hours behind Milan and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Milan to Sao Paulo is from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU). There are seven services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from MXP to GRU is the 12:00 LATAM Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last available departure is at 13:00 with LATAM Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Milan to Sao Paulo flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Sao Paulo
To find cheap Milan to Sao Paulo flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Milan to Sao Paulo, you can leave from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Fly from MXP to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) without any stops.
Reserve your Milan to Sao Paulo plane tickets with LATAM Airlines. This carrier is a popular choice for direct flights from MXP.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Milan to Sao Paulo flights leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Milan to Sao Paulo, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Milan to Sao Paulo flight, check out these options when setting off from Milan Bergamo Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Milan Bergamo Airport the day before your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
Reserve a ticket from Milan to Sao Paulo departing from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LIN and Sao Paulo include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
From central Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 20 minutes to reach the airport by car and 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Milan Linate Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Milan to Sao Paulo flight:
LIN has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 83%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down when it should.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) is approximately 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there 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 Milan to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks in advance of your Milan to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is located around 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 50 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Stay in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida make getting on the road effortless.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Sao Paulo. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Sao Paulo in March.
Lock in a Milan to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap flights from Milan to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are highlights which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Brazil, consider Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Botanical Garden of Curitiba are key reasons to visit.