Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal: what you need to know
Approximately 10 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is one hour behind Sao Paulo.
With five departures a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route. Board Air Canada's 20:45 flight to get your trip from GRU to YUL underway.
For a relaxed start to your GRU to Montreal flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your trip at GRU and travel straight to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal tickets.
Air Canada is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from GRU to Montreal with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
GRU is about 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near GRU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal
Rs63,215 is currently the best price for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs143,364. These fares may change depending on demand.
Score cheap flights from GRU to Montreal by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
October is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near YUL if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from GRU to Montreal.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is about 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YHU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your GRU to Montreal flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why wait around? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Crank up the music and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from YHU ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before locking in your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GRU to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are attractions you won't want to skip in Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.