Travelling from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is 8 hours 20 minutes.
Sao Paulo is one hour ahead of Miami and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Flights from MIA to GRU start at 09:40 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is at 23:55 with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from 38 weekly Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your MIA to GRU flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Sao Paulo (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Brazil!). Browse the direct flights from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating MIA to GRU flights, American Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MIA and GRU include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Las Americas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
R 2,780 is the best price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,860. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from MIA to GRU, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MIA to GRU.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Miami International Airport, 76.14% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Miami International Airport from central Miami, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MIA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to central Sao Paulo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Sao Paulo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Miami International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MIA 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 discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
