Travelling from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB). Explore your options for taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH), the city's main airports.
Jump on a direct Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Curitiba (where Afonso Pena International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
With 101 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) is the busiest route. LATAM Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:05am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from GRU to CWB is with LATAM Airlines at 11:25pm.
Your flight from Sao Paulo to CWB won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport out of GRU include:
LATAM Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from GRU to CWB.
Among carriers operating on this route, Azul has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, data shows 75.54% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Think about kicking off your trip from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). You can book a direct Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) flight ticket with departures from here.
When leaving from CGH, you can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Sao Paulo to CWB. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
LATAM Airlines is the most frequently booked airline flying from CGH to CWB.
With 79.04% of its services arriving as planned, LATAM Airlines is the top on-time carrier flying between Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Afonso Pena International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to CWB flight:
73.8% of all departures from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Start your journey at Viracopos Airport (VCP) and fly straight to your destination without any stops. You can book direct flights from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport from here.
Get set for takeoff with Azul. It offers direct Sao Paulo to CWB flight tickets from VCP.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between VCP and CWB is Azul.
With 72.3% of its services arriving as planned, Azul is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Viracopos Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At VCP, that figure is 75.02%.
About Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CWB instead:
Pick up an Afonso Pena International Airport rental car and discover Curitiba and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week in advance of your Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport flight.
Getting from Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) to central Curitiba
The centre of Curitiba is around 13 kilometres from Afonso Pena International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
Right now, ₹ 2,099 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 4,216. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CWB.
The best month for landing cheap Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB). June is the peak month for travel to Curitiba. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Curitiba is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to CWB flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport in July when temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about Curitiba
Start your Curitiba trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Afonso Pena International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Museu Oscar Niemeyer, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are top sights which should be on any well-planned Curitiba itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Curitiba has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres north-east of Curitiba, a trip to Sorocaba will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like King Aquários, Parque Zoologico Municipal Quinzinho De Barros and PALACETE DE CRISTAL.
Joinville is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 97 kilometres south of Curitiba. No trip is complete without visiting Water park, Parque Zoobotanico and Museu da Dança.
