Travelling from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.
10 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Madrid is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 36 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 9:25am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from GRU to MAD is with LATAM Airlines at 11:35pm.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to MAD.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Well-known airlines that have direct flights from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport leaving from GRU include:
Iberia sees the most traveller bookings for flights from GRU to MAD.
Among carriers on this route, Air Europa leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MAD that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GRU and MAD include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
GRU is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
71% of flights taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport reach their destination on time.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in around 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Sao Paulo to MAD flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Avoid the hassle of switching planes from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP). Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport can be booked from here.
Take off from VCP with Azul. This trusted airline offers direct Sao Paulo to MAD plane tickets.
Azul Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from VCP to MAD.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Azul Airlines.
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of VCP is 74%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Central Madrid is around 13 kilometres from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 299 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 514 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Madrid based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Sao Paulo to MAD plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Madrid
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Madrid right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor are essential stops on your Madrid itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres northeast to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are the start of reasons to visit.