Traveling from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Mendoza and Sao Paulo are both in the UTC-3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 15 El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, pick the 12:50 LATAM Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 16:35 with LATAM Airlines.
To ensure you catch your MDZ to GRU flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, so jetting off to Sao Paulo (and then visiting more of Brazil!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Aerolineas Argentinas has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 74.29% of its services arriving as scheduled, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MDZ to GRU flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MDZ and GRU include:
Ministro Pistarini Airport
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
AED 596 is the lowest price for a one-way El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 1,103. These fares may change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from MDZ to GRU by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
El Plumerillo International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 86.17% of flights that depart MDZ arrive at their destination on time.
To get to El Plumerillo International Airport from central Mendoza, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MDZ:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider booking a hotel near GRU if you're catching a late El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MDZ to GRU sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometers north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you want to check out another corner of Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometers south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are the start of reasons to visit.
