Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is eight hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAA to Sao Paulo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from MAA to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sao Paulo
₹ 55,452 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo flight. Return flight tickets start from ₹ 122,899. These prices may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from MAA to Sao Paulo, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and walk away with an epic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to Sao Paulo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Sao Paulo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 35 minutes or so.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your MAA to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is about 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near VCP after your MAA to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you're searching for an economy for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the range of wheels available from companies such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, book your ride from VCP about four weeks before your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before securing your flights from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Sao Paulo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MAA to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its popular sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.
