Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is eight hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to GRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between MAA and GRU include:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Right now, R 16,104 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 28,495. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to GRU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to GRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you have a late Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Sao Paulo in April.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Sao Paulo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to GRU around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without seeing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
