Travelling from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Guayaquil and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GYE to GRU 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 bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between GYE and GRU include:
Jorge Chavez International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is $440. A return plane ticket is currently $826. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GYE to GRU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
89.07% of flights departing from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when taking off from GYE.
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Guayaquil. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you have a late Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near GRU:
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Get the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by 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 Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GYE to GRU sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its top sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are key reasons to visit.