Travelling from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) leaving from here.
The average length of a direct Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is 6 hours 10 minutes.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. The city follows the UTC-3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Medellin.
The most popular route is from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take your pick of 2 direct services every week. AVIANCA operates a 5:45pm departure between MDE and GRU.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Medellin to GRU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport with AVIANCA. This popular airline operates services from MDE.
AVIANCA is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from MDE to GRU.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to GRU. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
When it comes to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.76% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Break up your flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport with a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A major connection between Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and GRU, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to EOH from the centre of Medellin in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 6 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to GRU flight:
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider booking a hotel close to GRU if you're catching a late flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to the centre of Sao Paulo is around 21 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is Rs76,679. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs121,723. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Snap up cheap flights from Medellin to GRU by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
May is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Medellin to GRU flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Journey around 290 kilometres north-west to Ribeirao Preto to tick off its leading attractions. From Japanese Garden to Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Piracicaba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without a visit to Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.
