Flying from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great vacations begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. The city operates in the UTC-3 timezone and is 14 hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne 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.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Melbourne to GRU. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
MEL is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 22 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport from C$1,142 or travel return from just C$2,240. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To find flight tickets from Melbourne to GRU, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Sao Paulo, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Sao Paulo. February is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to GRU during then and you can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Sao Paulo is to visit its popular attractions. Highlights include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
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