Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Montreal is two hours behind Sao Paulo.
The most popular route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from four services every week between these two airports. Air Canada offers a 20:45 departure between GRU and YUL.
For a relaxed start to your GRU to Montreal flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Begin your trip at GRU and fly nonstop to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal tickets.
Keep an eye out for deals with Air Canada. This airline has direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from GRU to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
GRU is around 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near GRU:
71% of flights leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal
The best price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal flight is $358. The cheapest price for a return flight is $800. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from GRU to Montreal.
October is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 19 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to YUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from GRU to Montreal can help you get the best possible rate.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU) is about 23 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. After your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your GRU to Montreal flight:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Montreal
July is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Montreal in January.
Lock in a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GRU to Montreal in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Montreal, explore our selection of hotels including:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS are a couple of top attractions to add to your Montreal to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Montreal, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres southwest to Toronto to tick off its leading sights. From CN Tower to The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.


