Flying from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo.
When working out where to land in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the chief entry points.
Sao Paulo is three hours behind Reykjavik and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Reykjavik to Sao Paulo flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Reykjavik to Sao Paulo flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Reykjavik to Sao Paulo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
KEF is around 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Keflavik International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Follow your own route with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. After your flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 35 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to VCP. Kick back after your Reykjavik to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will help you stay within budget.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Begin your journey without stressing over how to get to where you're going with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
About four weeks before your flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo is a good time to secure your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to get a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your Reykjavik to Sao Paulo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
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. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Reykjavik to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista are highlights which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
