Travelling from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
9 hours 23 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is 3 hours behind Sao Paulo. Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), with 109 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to MEX is the 08:30 LATAM Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:55 with Aeromexico.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sao Paulo to MEX, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) can be booked from this terminal.
If you plan to leave from GRU, you can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport with LATAM Airlines.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Sao Paulo to MEX leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from central Sao Paulo to GRU is around 26 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)? Check out the fares departing from Viracopos Airport (VCP).
LATAM Airlines has direct flights from Sao Paulo to MEX out of VCP. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in one go.
Break up your flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Viracopos Airport and MEX include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can reach VCP from central Sao Paulo in about 1 hour and 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes to travel the 97 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Sao Paulo to MEX? Check in to a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
From Benito Juarez International Airport, Mexico City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 57 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
For a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport, C$377 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just C$655. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
11 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Sao Paulo to MEX.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Mexico City. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Mexico City. April is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Sao Paulo to MEX during then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Benito Juarez International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mexico City:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are must-do's during your Mexico City adventure.
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