Flying from Sao Paulo to Mexico City: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when planning your flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City.
When planning your arrival in Mexico City, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are the major hubs.
A direct flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City takes an average of 9 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is 3 hours behind Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 109 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City is with Aeromexico at 23:55. Go for the first GRU to MEX departure with LATAM Airlines at 08:30 if you want to get going early.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
To enter Mexico for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Brazil. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can get a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City jetting off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Begin your trip at GRU and touch down at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
If you want to leave from GRU, you can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City with LATAM Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour and 22 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a handy hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and Mexico City:
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours and 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 97 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City, take it easy in one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport:
Arriving in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 57 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is approximately 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 46 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Mexico City
Currently, ج.م. 7,934 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Mexico City. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 16,872. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Mexico City, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Mexico City
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Mexico City, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Mexico City based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City, think about the kind of weather you like best. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Mexico City in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Mexico City itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Mexico City. Whether you're after an SUV, a compact ride or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
