Travelling from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Mexico City's main base, Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
The average time for a direct Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is 9 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is three hours ahead of Mexico City. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo.
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Aeromexico at 7pm. Opt for the first MEX to GRU departure operated by LATAM Airlines at 8am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Mexico City to GRU.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like September. 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 relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Mexico City
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) can be booked from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport with Aeromexico. This top carrier operates services from MEX.
Aeromexico sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MEX to GRU.
LATAM Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Mexico City to GRU with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEX and GRU include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
84% of flights leaving Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from MEX.
Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Santo Domingo Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 2 hours. The terminal is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport? Before your Mexico City to GRU flight, make yourself comfortable at Verticca Hotel.
76% of flights departing Mexico City Felipe Angeles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Book a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is around 26 kms (16 miles) from the centre of Sao Paulo. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
£128 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. A return flight starts at £283. These fares can change depending on availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Mexico City to GRU, book your ticket seven months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Mexico City to GRU.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Sao Paulo. July is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Book your Mexico City to GRU plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July when temperatures are between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel about 290 kms (180 miles) northwest to Ribeirao Preto to tick off its top attractions. From Japanese Garden to Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Museu do Café, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Piracicaba is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 145 kms (90 miles) northwest of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without seeing Observatorio Astronomico Municipal, Historic Park Quilombo Corumbataí and Martha Watts Cultural Centre.
