Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport takes on average 9 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, so it's 3 hours behind Sao Paulo.
Flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport start at 08:30 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is the 23:55 service with Aeromexico. Overall, you can choose from 109 weekly services from GRU to MEX.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the GRU - MEX route are:
Miami International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from GRU to MEX, check whether you need a visa to enter Mexico. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is ر.ق. 790. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,732. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from GRU to MEX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from GRU to MEX every day.
Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport can be reached in approximately 32 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
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Arriving at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Book a hotel close to MEX if you're taking a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
It takes roughly 57 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Mexico City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Benito Juarez International Airport for April if you want to visit Mexico City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10 ºC and 28 ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6 ºC and 23 ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from GRU to MEX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
After booking your flights from GRU to MEX, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Mexico City. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Zocalo, Day trip from Mexico city to Teotihuacan (Self-Guided walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Chapultepec Park are must-visits when exploring Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) is an alternative international airport for getting to and from Mexico City. It may even be a more convenient or cheaper choice depending on your travel plans, so keep it in mind when organising your trip.
Complete your Mexico City trip with hotels and a car rental
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