How to find cheap flights to Sao Paulo
₹ 69,356 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Sao Paulo. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket for ₹ 84,225.
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The general recommendation is to book about one month before your departure date. You're more likely to get the best prices for tickets then.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search to boost your chances of finding cheap flights to Sao Paulo. Doing this will give you more choices for where you take off and touch down, along with different prices.
Opting for a multi-leg trip can help lower your fare, so search for flights that come with a stop. Once your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
To find the month or even day with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares available that month.
To experience this city at its busiest, book your flights for July. Travelling during peak periods generally means more things to do than at other times of the year.
The quietest time to travel is March. Book your plane tickets to Sao Paulo then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
Check the weather before you go. February is the warmest time of year in Sao Paulo, with averages between 18ºC and 29ºC.
July has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 12ºC to 25ºC.
With five days of rainfall on average, July is the driest month in Sao Paulo.
The wettest time of year is January. Go then and you'll likely get around 22 days of rainfall.
Weather snapshot
The weather in Sao Paulo offers a pleasant subtropical climate with warm summers, mild winters, and refreshing spring and autumn seasons. Here's what to expect throughout the year:
December – February: Sao Paulo's summer brings warm days reaching 28°C and mild nights around 19°C, making these the best times to explore Sao Paulo. Pack light cotton clothes and a waterproof jacket for afternoon showers.
March – May: Autumn brings cooler, drier weather with highs around 24°C and nights dropping to 13°C. You'll enjoy crisp mornings and mild afternoons perfect for exploring the city. Bring a light jacket for evenings.
June – September: Winter brings cool, dry days with temperatures reaching 23°C and dropping to 11°C at night. Perfect for outdoor attractions, walking tours, and exploring the city's neighbourhoods. You'll enjoy clear skies and comfortable conditions for sightseeing.
October – November: Spring brings mild temperatures with highs around 26°C and lows near 16°C, making it perfect for exploring outdoor attractions and walking through the city's neighbourhoods. You'll find this season ideal for nature activities and discovering local markets.
Flying to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
When planning your Sao Paulo flight, you'll have a good range of airports to touch down at. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) are the main ones.
The busiest airport handling flights to the city is Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Fly to your destination in one go. These are some of the top airlines offering direct flights to Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Book your ticket and then find the ideal place to stay. Explore these options and find your match:
What is the baggage allowance on flights to Sao Paulo?
Most airlines operating flights to Sao Paulo include a carry-on bag with standard fares, though allowances can vary depending on the airline and ticket type you choose. Your baggage entitlement will typically be confirmed during booking, so it's worth checking the specific terms for your selected flight. Here's what you can generally expect with major airlines serving this route:
LATAM Airlines
Carry-on allowance: 10kg cabin bag (55x35x25cm) plus personal item
Checked baggage: 23kg included with some economy fares
Terminal: Arrives at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU), Terminal 3
Gol
Carry-on allowance: 10kg cabin bag (55x35x25cm) plus personal item
Checked baggage: 23kg included with some economy fares
Terminal: Arrives at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU), Terminal 2
Azul
Carry-on allowance: 10kg cabin bag plus personal item
Checked baggage: 23kg included with some economy fares
Terminal: Arrives at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU), Terminal 1
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) offers free Wi-Fi throughout all terminals, plus numerous shops and restaurants to suit different budgets. You'll find currency exchange services, ATMs, and medical facilities available 24 hours a day. The airport also provides baby care rooms, prayer areas, and several airline lounges for passengers requiring additional comfort during their journey.
Getting to central Sao Paulo from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Central Sao Paulo is about 26 kilometres from GRU, the city's main airport.
If you're ride-sharing or taking a taxi after your flight to Sao Paulo, it'll take around 45 minutes to get to the centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Take your pick of comfortable hotels near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Check in and relax at one of these after your flight to Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport serves Sao Paulo and nearby areas in São Paulo, Brazil.
Sao Paulo highlights
Jump off your flight to Sao Paulo and go straight to these leading attractions:
Ibirapuera Park: Located in Vila Mariana around 3 kilometres southwest of the city centre, this landmark is a perfect spot to start your city tour.
Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo: Take on this landmark next. Around 3 kilometres north of the city centre in Bom Retiro, it's worth checking out to get the full Sao Paulo experience.
Sightseeing and travel inspiration
Things to do in Sao Paulo: Stroll through Ibirapuera Park, about 6 kilometres south of the centre, where you can jog around the lake or join locals for weekend picnics. Head to Vila Madalena neighbourhood, roughly 8 kilometres southwest, to browse street art along Batman Alley and explore the weekend craft markets. For panoramic city views, visit Pico do Jaragua, approximately 25 kilometres northwest in the Serra da Cantareira mountains, where hiking trails lead to the highest point in the city.
Cultural experiences: Sample traditional feijoada at the Municipal Market, about 2 kilometres southeast of the city centre, or catch a performance at the Theatro Municipal in the historic centre. The Pinacoteca do Estado, roughly 1 kilometre north, houses an impressive collection of Brazilian art spanning centuries of creativity and cultural expression.
Seasonal highlights: Experience the explosive energy of Carnival parades and street parties in February and March, when the city transforms into a festival playground. June brings the Festa Junina celebrations with traditional food, music and dancing across neighbourhoods. The cooler months from April to September offer the best time to visit Sao Paulo for comfortable exploration of outdoor events and cultural festivals.
Explore more of Brazil
Brazil isn't short of places to explore. Venture on to Guarulhos, located about 14 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo. Natural Science Museum, Reserva Florestal São Domingos and Nelson Rodrigues Theatre should be on your must-see list.
Campinas could easily become your new favourite place in Brazil. You'll find it around 80 kilometres northwest of Sao Paulo. Museu of Contemporary Art, Coffee museum and Planetarium are major draws.
Roughly 18 kilometres southeast of Sao Paulo, São Bernardo do Campo is worth a detour. Big reasons to visit include Parque Estadual Águas da Billings -, Parque Estadual Chácara da Baronesa and Cidade da Crianca.
Complete your trip with a Sao Paulo car hire
Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Sao Paulo and make the journey your own. Compare prices in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Sao Paulo.