Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 9 hours 57 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is 1 hour behind Sao Paulo, where Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located. Toronto operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Choose from 39 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to YYZ is the 20:45 Air Canada service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:25 with Air Canada.
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 flight from GRU to Toronto.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto that lands at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Air Canada. This carrier has direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from GRU to Toronto that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll need a visa for Canada if you hold a passport from Brazil and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in approximately 32 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to GRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto is C$303. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$680. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from GRU to Toronto, book your trip 3 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organize your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 26 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto. Book one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Central Toronto is around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 39 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from GRU to Toronto, unwind at a hotel near YTZ. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Toronto, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from GRU to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Toronto right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Toronto:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-visits when exploring Toronto.
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