Travelling from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport (MIA): What you need to know
Sao Paulo's main base, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport (MIA).
Around 8 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport flight.
The timezone in Miami is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Sao Paulo. Miami International Airport is located in Miami.
With 31 direct flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Miami International Airport (MIA) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from GRU to MIA is with American Airlines at 11:50pm.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Sao Paulo to MIA. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before 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 Miami International Airport (MIA) depart from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport with American Airlines. This popular airline operates services from GRU.
The top choice among passengers flying between GRU and MIA is American Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, American Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MIA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Santo Domingo Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Sao Paulo to MIA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land within the expected time frame. At VCP, that figure is 74%.
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MIA instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport flight.
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Central Miami is around 11 kilometres from Miami International 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 taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport is 223 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 432 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from Sao Paulo to MIA by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport (MIA)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. September is the quietest month to go to Miami. March is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport (MIA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Sao Paulo to MIA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Miami, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Miami
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Miami right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Miami International Airport:
Your trip to Miami should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.
Explore more of the United States
Miami has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Miami, a trip to Cape Coral will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve, Fourmile Cove and Cultural Park Theatre.
Port Saint Lucie is another essential stop in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north of Miami. No journey is complete without dropping by Savannas Preserve State Park, Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens and Savannas Preserve State Park - Main Entrance.




