Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 40 minutes.
Sao Paulo is four hours behind Madrid and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Every week, there are 92 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, take the 11:35 Iberia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:55 with Iberia.
Your MAD to GRU flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Sao Paulo, Brazil. Jet off with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air China.
Air China stands out as the most punctual carrier for MAD to GRU flights, with 90.0% of services landing as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAD and GRU:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
$462 is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $951. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAD to GRU.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights taking off from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Follow your own route with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
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.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you want to visit Sao Paulo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to GRU in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its top sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.