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Sao Paulo.$934 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $934, select.
Sao Paulo.$938 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $938, select.
Sao Paulo.$941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $941, select.
Sao Paulo.$942 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $942, select.
Sao Paulo.$943 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $943, select.
Sao Paulo.$948 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $948, select.
Sao Paulo.$948 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $948, select.
Sao Paulo.$948 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $948, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from $1,064
Jul
from $1,068
Aug
from $1,132
Sep
from $941
Oct
from $943
Nov
from $938
Dec
from $1,027
Jan
from $1,009
Feb
from $965
Mar
from $965
Apr
from $1,037
May
from $1,063

Direct flights from Milan to Sao Paulo

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Milan to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$934
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time11 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Milan to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.
The best price we found for a return flight from Milan to Sao Paulo is $934. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Milan to Sao Paulo.
Finnair, LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Milan to Sao Paulo.
As of June 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Milan to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan to Sao Paulo is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Milan, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Guarulhos – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from $934.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Milan to Sao Paulo on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sao Paulo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. February is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sao Paulo is TAP Air Portugal. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is LATAM Airlines.

Flying from Milan to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

  • When searching for a flight from Milan to Sao Paulo, there's a range of airports you can take off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are among Milan's main options.

  • When it comes to working out where to land in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the major entry points.

  • Take a direct Milan to Sao Paulo flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 11 hours 50 minutes.

  • Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo four hours behind Milan.

  • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are seven departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Milan to Sao Paulo is with LATAM Airlines at 13:00. Choose the first MXP to GRU departure operated by LATAM Airlines at 12:00 to fit in more activities on your first day in Sao Paulo.

  • To ensure you get on your Milan to Sao Paulo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Sao Paulo

  • To score cheap Milan to Sao Paulo flights, reserve your trip two months before your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Milan to Sao Paulo. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Milan to Sao Paulo by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Milan to Sao Paulo flights.

Flying from Milan

Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Milan to Sao Paulo taking off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Start your journey at MXP and touch down at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).

  • Secure your Milan to Sao Paulo plane tickets with LATAM Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from MXP.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for Milan to Sao Paulo flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The journey from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • 68.23% of flights that take off from Milano Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Milan to Sao Paulo flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Orio al Serio International Airport and Sao Paulo:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • You can reach BGY from the centre of Milan in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo? Check in to a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • 67.49% of flights taking off from Orio al Serio International Airport arrive according to schedule.

Milano Linate Airport (LIN)

  • Reserve a ticket from Milan to Sao Paulo departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between LIN and Sao Paulo include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Make taking an early Milan to Sao Paulo flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:

  • Flights departing from LIN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 79.56% of the time.

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 takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Sao Paulo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's main sights.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • Central Sao Paulo is about 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 15 minutes.

  • Public transport will get you there in about 35 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to VCP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Travel to the centre after your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is about 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.

  • Public transport will take you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are dependable companies for booking.

  • About four weeks before your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or score some early bird savings.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Milan to Sao Paulo. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sao Paulo in April.

  • Book a Milan to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap flights from Milan to Sao Paulo around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Sao Paulo

  • Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've visited 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 leading attractions. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Curitiba is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without seeing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.

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