Flying from Montreal to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo leaving from here.
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) and Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's primary gateways.
Take a direct Montreal to Sao Paulo flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 10 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Montreal.
With four flights a week between the two airports, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo with Air Canada at 21:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from YUL to GRU is with Air Canada at 22:45.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Montreal to Sao Paulo flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo
Currently, $461 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Sao Paulo. The cheapest price for a return flight is $834. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap Montreal to Sao Paulo flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Sao Paulo is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can book a direct flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo jetting off from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL). Start your trip at YUL and touch down at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU).
Reserve your Montreal to Sao Paulo plane tickets with Air Canada. This carrier is a popular choice for direct flights from YUL.
YUL is about 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport, 67% arrive on time at their destination.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CGH. Unwind after your Montreal to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or taxi lines. Pick up a Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH will save you money.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can get you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Begin your travels without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your ride from VCP. You're more likely to land a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
March is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Montreal to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Sao Paulo, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without dropping by Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Botanical Garden of Curitiba.