Flying from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
Around 10 hours 15 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport flight.
Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour behind Sao Paulo.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). There are 7 direct services each week. Air Canada operates a 8:25pm departure between GRU and YYZ.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to YYZ.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reach your destination without the detour from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) can be booked from here.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport leaving from GRU.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Air Canada from GRU to YYZ.
Air Canada takes the lead in punctuality. A reliable 81.03% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Sao Paulo to YYZ leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, 75.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can get to CGH from central Sao Paulo in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to YYZ flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.8%.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Viracopos Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that take off from VCP arrive at their final stop on schedule 75.02% of the time.
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Consider booking a hotel near YYZ if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport flight.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, central Toronto is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
ر.ق. 791 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 1,689. These fares may change based on demand.
To score cheap flights from Sao Paulo to YYZ, book your ticket six months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport (YYZ), while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Sao Paulo to YYZ flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Pearson International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Toronto when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at CN Tower followed by Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres south-west of Toronto, a trip to London will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Kingston is another standout destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres east of Toronto. No journey is complete without seeing Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.
