Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport.
Sao Paulo and Maceio follow the same timezone, UTC-3.
Flights from GRU to MCZ start at 07:05 — the first with Gol. The last service of the day is at 23:35 with LATAM Airlines. In total, there are 78 weekly Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GRU to MCZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Gol offers direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Maceio — and maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Gol.
With a reliable 85.71% of services arriving as scheduled, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier for GRU to MCZ flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight is $198. A return plane ticket is currently $425. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GRU to MCZ.
The cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near GRU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
If you have a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCZ:
Pick up a Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport rental car and discover Maceio and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to central Maceio
Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Maceio. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Maceio. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Maceio is March, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from GRU to MCZ in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-west of Maceio, a visit to Salvador will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Pelourinho, Mercado Modelo and Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Brazil, head for Recife, about 193 kilometres north-east of Maceio. Cordeiro Rural Exposition Park, Museu a Céu Aberto and Arruado Engenho Velho da Várzea are key reasons to visit.