Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Quito is two hours behind Sao Paulo and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your GRU to UIO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between GRU and UIO include:
Jorge Chavez International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Right now, ج.م. 9,115 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 20,753. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GRU to UIO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from GRU to UIO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
75.54% of flights that leave from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near GRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Grab a Mariscal Sucre International Airport rental car and explore Quito and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nazcar Rent a Car and Goldcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Mariscal Sucre International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Quito. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport for August if you want to visit Quito during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 7ºC and 19ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GRU to UIO in July. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil is just one of the many cities in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Quito. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Malecon 2000, Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil.
Cuenca is another well-known destination in Ecuador and is around 306 kilometres south of Quito. No trip is complete without seeing El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
