Travelling from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when searching for a flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour behind Sao Paulo.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can pick from 5 direct services every week. Air Canada operates a 8:45pm departure between GRU and YUL.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to YUL. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
When leaving from GRU, you can catch a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport with Air Canada.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between GRU and YUL is Air Canada.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.0% of its services arriving as planned.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Sao Paulo to YUL leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, data shows 75.54% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to YUL flight:
73.8% of flights leaving Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Viracopos Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of VCP is 75.02%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near YUL and hit the lights earlier:
Travel at your own speed with a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and find adventure across Montreal and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Getting from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
The centre of Montreal is about 16 kilometres from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Right now, $231 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $587. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to YUL.
October is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Montreal based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to YUL flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Montreal. Around 153 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Canada, consider Gatineau, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Canadian Museum of History, Indigenous Experiences and Luskville Falls are key reasons to visit.