Travelling from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is six hours behind Riyadh.
For a smooth journey, turn up 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 RUH to Sao Paulo flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from RUH to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Riyadh, RUH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have an early flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra sleep) at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Makarem Riyadh Hotel is another convenient accommodation option near RUH.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH land on schedule 85% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is ₹ 59,992. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 85,588. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from RUH to Sao Paulo if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across each month and bag a sweet deal.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your flight from RUH to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 50 minutes or so.
After stepping off your RUH to Sao Paulo flight, settle in at a hotel near CGH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo and make your way to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel near VCP. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your RUH to Sao Paulo flight:
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo for the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Lock in a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket with a departure in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 29ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RUH to Sao Paulo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Sao Paulo, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are top sights which should be on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres northeast to Belo Horizonte to check off its leading attractions. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.