Travelling from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ). Explore the options for leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH), the city's main airports.
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight.
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 once you land.
With 55 direct flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) is the most popular route. Gol operates the earliest flight at 6:50am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from GRU to MCZ is with Gol at 11:55pm.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Sao Paulo to MCZ. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) operate out of this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers services from GRU.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between GRU and MCZ is LATAM Airlines.
With a reliable 85.71% of services landing on schedule, LATAM Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Catching a flight out of Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)? Direct Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from Sao Paulo to MCZ setting off from CGH include:
On the CGH to MCZ route, LATAM Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Flights between Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport are more likely to reach their destination on time with Azul compared to other carriers.
You can arrive at CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to MCZ flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport departing from Viracopos Airport (VCP).
You can fly out of VCP with Azul. This leading carrier offers direct Sao Paulo to MCZ plane tickets.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Azul from VCP to MCZ.
With a dependable 86.34% of services landing on schedule, Azul is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
The journey to VCP from central Sao Paulo is around 3 hours 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Viracopos Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of VCP is 75.02%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MCZ instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Maceio's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride around one week ahead of your Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight.
Getting from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to central Maceio
Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Maceio. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
At the moment, 58 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 112 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MCZ.
The best month for landing cheap Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Maceio based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Maceio is March, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Sao Paulo to MCZ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
August sees temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Maceio
Start your Maceio trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Maceio visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Ponta Verde, Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 193 kilometres north-east of Maceio, a visit to Recife will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Maceio, Jaboatão dos Guararapes is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Piedade Beach, Muribeca dos Guararapes and Pedra do Xareu Beach.
