Travelling from Mexico City to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the main airports in Mexico City.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's major gateways.
The average length of a direct Mexico City to Sao Paulo flight is 9 hours 30 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo three hours ahead of Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 14 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo is with LATAM Airlines at 20:20. Choose the first MEX to GRU departure with Aeromexico at 09:20 to fit in more activities on your first day in Sao Paulo.
Give yourself enough time to make your Mexico City to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo, you can depart from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Travel from MEX to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) in one continuous trip.
Aeromexico is a well-known carrier that offers direct Mexico City to Sao Paulo plane tickets leaving from MEX.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Mexico City to Sao Paulo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Mexico City to Sao Paulo flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Sao Paulo:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
NLU is about 32 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.58%.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Explore without limits with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Sao Paulo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is located around 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to VCP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and make a speedy getaway.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Begin your trip without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted suppliers here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your Mexico City to Sao Paulo tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are top attractions which should be on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.