Traveling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0. The city is three hours ahead of Sao Paulo, where Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your GRU to Glasgow flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from GRU to Glasgow with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near GRU? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Glasgow
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow flight is $456. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,005. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from GRU to Glasgow if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometers from central Glasgow. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near GLA if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow. Pick one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo to explore Glasgow and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from GRU to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometers from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
Following your GRU to Glasgow flight, settle in at a hotel near PIK. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make picking up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from PIK two weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Travel to Glasgow during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GRU to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Glasgow, explore our range of hotels including:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are a couple of big attractions to add to your Glasgow itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Glasgow. Around 402 kilometers away to the south-east, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Cardiff is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 499 kilometers south of Glasgow. No trip is complete without a visit to Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.