Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary's timezone is UTC-6, making Calgary three hours behind Sao Paulo.
Your GRU to YYC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GRU and YYC:
Pearson International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
$452 is the best price for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $931. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GRU to YYC if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport from central Sao Paulo, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near GRU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Book a hotel near YYC if you're catching a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Calgary and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Calgary International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to the centre of Calgary has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Calgary based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Calgary during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GRU to YYC in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
