Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo three hours ahead of Guadalajara.
To ensure you catch your GDL to GRU flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between GDL and GRU include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Right now, Rs68,381 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs156,806. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GDL to GRU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from GDL to GRU.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
71.31% of flights that leave from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Guadalajara to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near GDL:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reserve a hotel close to GRU if you're on a late Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from GDL to GRU sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you want to check out another side of Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are the start of reasons to visit.
