Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo is 10 hours 6 minutes.
Sao Paulo is 4 hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located. Sao Paulo operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). You can select from 92 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MAD to GRU is the 11:35 Iberia service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:55 with Air Europa.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from MAD to Sao Paulo. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo. Begin your trip at MAD and touch down at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo. Book your seat with one of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from MAD to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can enter Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Spain. But before booking your cheap tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
MAD is around 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo
P16,132 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P29,778. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to Sao Paulo, book your journey 8 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
As soon as your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 17 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
Travelling by public transport will take around 34 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from MAD to Sao Paulo at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Sao Paulo, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MAD to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
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