Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Around 12 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Milan.
Flights from MXP to GRU start from 12:00 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 13:00 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of six weekly Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights.
Your MXP to GRU flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Sao Paulo (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a cinch with LATAM Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating MXP to GRU flights, LATAM Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MXP and GRU:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
At the moment, R 6,246 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,477. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MXP to GRU by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MXP:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reserve a hotel near GRU if you're taking a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead 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 roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Sao Paulo in April.
Lock in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you want to explore Sao Paulo during its warmest month. 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 MXP to GRU sometime around then if you'd rather travel 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 seen the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
