Travelling from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the two main airports in Sao Paulo.
The average length of a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 10 hours 6 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is 4 hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid.
With 52 direct flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 09:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from GRU to MAD is with LATAM Airlines at 23:35.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to MAD.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can find a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport departing GRU include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Sao Paulo to MAD. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU is approximately 26 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want a handy hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)? Browse the fares departing from Viracopos Airport (VCP).
You can pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Sao Paulo to MAD departing from VCP. Jet off with any of these carriers and travel straight to your destination:
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Viracopos Airport and MAD:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can arrive at VCP from central Sao Paulo in approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes to travel the 97 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Sao Paulo to MAD? Kick back in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your adventure officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to central Madrid takes around 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
234 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Return flights start from 490 €. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to MAD, book your trip 3 months before your planned departure.
December is the cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Madrid. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Madrid. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo to MAD sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 36ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 11ºC.
More about Madrid
After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madrid:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Madrid is to check out its top sights. Some highlights include El Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor.
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