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Flight deals from Sao Paulo to Madrid Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sao Paulo to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 684 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sao Paulo to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Madrid

Sao Paulo to Madrid: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sao Paulo to Madrid below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Madrid.

Sao Paulo to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found299 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time10 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week472

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Madrid is 514 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo to Madrid.
Qatar Airways, LATAM Airlines and Iberia fly direct from Sao Paulo to Madrid.
As of April 2026, there are 472 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Madrid is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Madrid Airport on Monday, 1 February 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Madrid is Air China .

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)

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.

  • Score cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MAD by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • December is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Sao Paulo to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.

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.

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