Travelling from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo four hours behind Valletta.
To ensure you get on your MLA to GRU flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Malta International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MLA and GRU:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
$792 is the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,106. These prices may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MLA to GRU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MLA to GRU.
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Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
Of the departures from Malta International Airport, 72.79% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Valletta to Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MLA:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Malta International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Malta International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Sao Paulo in April.
Before locking in your flight from Malta International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MLA to GRU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.