Travelling from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Maceio and Sao Paulo follow the same timezone, UTC-3.
Each week, there are 83 Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 03:00 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:55 with Gol.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MCZ to GRU flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Sao Paulo (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a snap with Gol. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Gol on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MCZ to GRU flights. A dependable 84.12% of its services on this route arrive on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Rs31,758 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs58,325. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from MCZ to GRU by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
80.68% of flights departing from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of MCZ.
Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Maceio. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you're coming in on a late Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near GRU:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares 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 laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you want to go to Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 28ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MCZ to GRU around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its popular sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Curitiba is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
