Travelling from Sao Paulo to Washington DC: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
Washington DC has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Jump on a direct Sao Paulo to Washington DC flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours.
Washington DC is one hour behind Sao Paulo and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are seven flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC is with United Airlines at 22:25. Choose the first GRU to IAD departure with United Airlines at 21:30 to fit in more activities on your first day in Washington DC.
Leave enough time to make your Sao Paulo to Washington DC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Washington DC
Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Sao Paulo to Washington DC flights.
August is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Sao Paulo to Washington DC. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Set out from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) on a nonstop flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC. From GRU, you can land directly at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Check out the promotions with United Airlines. This airline offers direct Sao Paulo to Washington DC plane tickets out of GRU.
We make it easy to find a Sao Paulo to Washington DC flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
You can get to VCP from central Sao Paulo in about 1 hour 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 3 hours 25 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC? Unwind in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
75% of flights taking off from Viracopos Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 5 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DCA:
Grab a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
The street address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at IAD will help you stay within budget.
Washington Dulles International Airport is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC has touched down. Central Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by choosing a hotel near BWI after your Sao Paulo to Washington DC flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Begin your trip without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. You can book with reliable companies here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.
Around two weeks before your flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC is the ideal time to secure your ride from BWI. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Washington DC
February is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Washington DC. To avoid the crowds, head to Washington DC in May.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to Washington DC ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Washington DC:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are attractions you won't want to skip in Washington DC.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights.