Travelling from Montreal to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo departing from here.
Touch down in Sao Paulo at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Jump on a direct Montreal to Sao Paulo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 5 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo one hour ahead of Montreal.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are five weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo is with Air Canada at 22:45. Choose the first YUL to GRU departure operated by Air Canada at 21:25 to maximise your time in Sao Paulo.
To ensure you make your Montreal to Sao Paulo flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo
R 3,947 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Sao Paulo. Return flights start at R 7,173. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Montreal to Sao Paulo flights.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on plane tickets from Montreal to Sao Paulo. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo, you can leave from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Fly from YUL to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) in one continuous trip.
Keep an eye out for deals with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Montreal to Sao Paulo plane tickets out of YUL.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
64.89% of flights that take off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace 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.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 8 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. After your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
After your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo, rest your head at a hotel close to VCP. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will save you money.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you roughly 3 hours 25 minutes by public transport.
Stay in control of the next chapter of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo is a good time to secure your ride from VCP. You're more likely to get a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Montreal to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Sao Paulo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its leading attractions. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
