Flying from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Medellin. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo, which runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Medellin to GRU.
Flying during a popular month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Medellin to GRU leaving from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The journey from central Medellin to MDE takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
76% of flights that leave from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Break up your flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport with a stop at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A major stopover between Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and GRU, it's a great opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
EOH is around 5 kilometres from central Medellin. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Medellin to GRU flight? Relax in a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near GRU and hit the lights earlier:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Medellin 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 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is R 4,579. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,404. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Medellin to GRU if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Medellin to GRU.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is when most people book flights from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Visit Sao Paulo in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Medellin to GRU plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Paulo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista are just two of the top attractions to put on your Sao Paulo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel around 290 kilometres northwest to Ribeirao Preto to check off its popular sights. From Japanese Garden to Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Museu do Café, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Brazil, consider Piracicaba, about 145 kilometres northwest of Sao Paulo. Observatorio Astronomico Municipal, Historic Park Quilombo Corumbataí and Martha Watts Cultural Centre are key reasons to visit.
