Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Around 10 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is four hours behind Madrid.
The busiest route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Choose from 34 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAD to GRU is the 11:25 Iberia service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:55 with Iberia.
For a relaxed start to your MAD to Sao Paulo flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo ticket. Start your trip at MAD and end it at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
These are some of the most well-known carriers operating direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from MAD to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Madrid to MAD takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
78.23% of flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sao Paulo
ج.م. 15,400 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ج.م. 28,271. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from MAD to Sao Paulo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from MAD to Sao Paulo can help you secure the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 35 minutes.
Following your MAD to Sao Paulo flight, kick back at a hotel close to CGH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and set off in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport will get you there in about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near VCP after your MAD to Sao Paulo flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to get to your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're after a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before locking in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Sao Paulo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to Sao Paulo in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
