Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is 11 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to GRU. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like January or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to GRU leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Traveling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometers in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
59% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is around 19 kilometers from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Kuala Lumpur to GRU flight? Check in to a hotel near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your vacation officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
68% of flights out of Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reserve a hotel near GRU if you're catching a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Travel at your own pace with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Sao Paulo and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Central Sao Paulo is around 26 kilometers from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is AED 3,002. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 5,331. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to GRU. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
January is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Plan your visit to Sao Paulo in September for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to GRU plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Your visit to Sao Paulo should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 290 kilometers away to the northwest, its top attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras.
Around 145 kilometers northwest of Sao Paulo, Piracicaba is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.
