Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is three hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Sao Paulo observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LGW to Sao Paulo flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LGW to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
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Located around 40 kilometres from central London, LGW can be reached in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel near LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Sao Paulo
₹ 34,919 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo flight. Return flight tickets start at ₹ 60,423. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from LGW to Sao Paulo, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LGW to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Once you've hopped off your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take about 35 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Settle in and get cosy after your LGW to Sao Paulo flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Book a hotel close to VCP and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late LGW to Sao Paulo flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Whether you're after a zippy mini for solo travel or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from providers such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo for the best rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before you book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Sao Paulo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket with a departure in February to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 28ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are major attractions which should be on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among the biggest draws.