Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO): what you need to know
The timezone in Palermo is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Your GRU to PMO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between GRU and PMO include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Currently, $749 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,407. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GRU to PMO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GRU to PMO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Of all flights leaving Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near GRU:
Arriving at Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PMO instead:
Grab a Falcone-Borsellino Airport rental car and explore Palermo and beyond with your own wheels. ECH, U-Save and Felirent are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Falcone-Borsellino Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
Falcone-Borsellino Airport to central Palermo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Palermo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport for August if you'd like to visit Palermo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GRU to PMO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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Around 322 kilometres north of Palermo, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.