Flying from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Zagreb, where Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your ZAG to Sao Paulo flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
ZAG is about 11 kilometres from central Zagreb. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near ZAG? If you've booked an early flight from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
76% of flights taking off from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sao Paulo
₹ 46,721 is currently the best price for a one-way Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo flight. Return plane tickets start from ₹ 73,206. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from ZAG to Sao Paulo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from ZAG to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 50 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ZAG to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is about 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by staying at a hotel near VCP after your ZAG to Sao Paulo flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
About four weeks before your flight from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to travel to Sao Paulo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Before booking a Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZAG to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other parts of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres northeast to Belo Horizonte to check off its top sights. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
