Travelling from Sao Paulo to Montreal: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Sao Paulo. Check out your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when reserving your flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal.
Touch down at Montreal's chief entry point, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Around 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Sao Paulo to Montreal flight.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are five weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal is with Air Canada at 21:45. Opt for the first GRU to YUL departure operated by Air Canada at 20:45 to maximise your time in Montreal.
To ensure you board your Sao Paulo to Montreal flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Montreal
Book seven months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Sao Paulo to Montreal flights.
Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Sao Paulo to Montreal. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Set off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) on a nonstop flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal. From GRU, you can fly directly into Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Check out the promotions with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Sao Paulo to Montreal plane tickets out of GRU.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Sao Paulo to Montreal flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
75.54% of flights leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Viracopos Airport:
Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance of 75%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Montreal and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is approximately 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Land, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and hit the road without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are well-known outlets to choose from here.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal. August is the most popular month to visit Montreal. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Sao Paulo to Montreal ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Montreal to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Montreal in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden 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 cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres to the south-west, top sights here include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key reasons to visit.
