Flying from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Sao Paulo. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) leaving from here.
7 hours 25 minutes is the average duration of a direct Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport flight.
Cape Town is five hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Choose from 4 direct services each week. South African Airways operates a 12:05am departure between GRU and CPT.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to CPT.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) depart from this terminal.
When leaving from GRU, you can catch a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport with South African Airways.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between GRU and CPT is South African Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is South African Airways.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CPT. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
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GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
71% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 50 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Sao Paulo to CPT flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport:
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
The journey to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo is around 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of VCP is 74%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CPT:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, central Cape Town is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, ₹ 57,930 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 55,944. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CPT.
The best month for landing cheap Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
December is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), while January is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to CPT plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 6ºC and 18ºC.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cape Town right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Cape Town International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden are must-do's during your Cape Town adventure.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Journey about 121 kilometres northwest to Saldanha to tick off its must-visit sights. From North Head Lighthouse to Hoedjieskop Museum and Pietskiet Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Next stop? Travel to Ceres. It's roughly 97 kilometres northeast of Cape Town and boasts highlights including Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve and Togryers Museum.
