Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is three hours ahead of Calgary and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Your YYC to GRU flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Currently, P21,440 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P40,226. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from YYC to GRU, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, 65.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Calgary International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near YYC:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider booking a hotel close to GRU if you're catching a late Calgary International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC to GRU in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.