Travelling from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Maceio Airport (MCZ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Maceio follow the same timezone, UTC-3.
Choose from 15 weekly Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Azul is the earliest flight you can take. Azul operates the last service of the day at 23:20.
Leave enough time to make your VCP to MCZ flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Maceio (and then discovering more of Brazil!) is a cinch with Azul Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Azul Airlines on this route.
Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates VCP to MCZ flights. A reliable 89.58% of its services on this route arrive on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Maceio Airport (MCZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport flight is $111. A return plane ticket right now is $230. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from VCP to MCZ by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from VCP to MCZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
74% of flights departing from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport from central Sao Paulo, it takes about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 97 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near VCP:
Arriving at Maceio Airport (MCZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCZ instead:
Pick up a Maceio Airport rental car and discover Maceio and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Maceio Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Maceio Airport (MCZ) to central Maceio
From Maceio Airport, Maceio is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Maceio Airport (MCZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Maceio based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Maceio is March, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Maceio Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
August has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VCP to MCZ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Salvador is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Maceio. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Pelourinho, Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia and Bale Folclorico da Bahia.
Recife is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Maceio. No journey is complete without experiencing Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Church Our Lady of Health.