Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Milan: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan is 12 hours.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Milan is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. LATAM Airlines offers a 18:00 departure between GRU and MXP.
To avoid rushing for your GRU to Milan flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan ticket. Begin your trip at GRU and touch down at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Take to the skies with LATAM Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from GRU to Milan. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
GRU is around 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near GRU:
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Milan
Rs86,090 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan flight. A return ticket right now is Rs193,686. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from GRU to Milan by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to the centre of Milan takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan. Book one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week ahead of your flight from GRU to Milan.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
The centre of Milan is about 48 kilometres from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near BGY. Kick back and get cosy after your GRU to Milan flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at BGY will help you stay within budget.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan has arrived. Central Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 20 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport can take you there in around 30 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near LIN after your GRU to Milan flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan is the ideal time to secure your ride from LIN. You're more likely to get a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Milan
July is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan. To avoid the crowds, head to Milan in December.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GRU to Milan in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Milan right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Milan:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Teatro alla Scala, Leonardo's Last Supper Museum and Milan Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Milan.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
