Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 10 minutes.
Sao Paulo is four hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located. Sao Paulo runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. Catch SWISS's 22:30 flight to get your trip from ZRH to GRU underway.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your ZRH to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo ticket. Start your trip at ZRH and land at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
SWISS is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo.
The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes around 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ZRH:
Of all flights departing from Zurich Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo
₹ 40,031 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 68,575. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from ZRH to Sao Paulo, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ZRH to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 50 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ZRH to Sao Paulo flight:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down. 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.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel near VCP. Get settled at one of these stays after your ZRH to Sao Paulo flight:
Around four weeks before your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're likely to find a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Book your Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sao Paulo right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without a visit to Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.