Travelling from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Maceio (the location of Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport).
With 83 weekly flights between the two airports, Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. LATAM Airlines operates the earliest flight at 03:00. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from MCZ to GRU is with GOL Linhas Aéreas at 19:55.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from MCZ to Sao Paulo.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Reserve a direct flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo and skip the layovers. MCZ offers nonstop journeys to these Sao Paulo airports:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo include:
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within Brazil. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's licence or ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo.
MCZ is about 24 kilometres from central Maceio. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 38 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 48 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near MCZ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo is 81 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 131 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MCZ to Sao Paulo, reserve your trip 10 months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for 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 takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 17 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 34 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from MCZ to Sao Paulo at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month for flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Sao Paulo in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from MCZ to Sao Paulo sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of big attractions to put on your Sao Paulo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Paulista Avenue.
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Select one of our car rentals in Sao Paulo and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Sao Paulo.