Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo jetting off from here.
When it comes to landing in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the major entry points.
Hop on a direct Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 8 hours 20 minutes.
Sao Paulo is one hour ahead of Fort Lauderdale and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Viracopos Airport (VCP). Choose from ten weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FLL to VCP is the 08:10 Azul option. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 21:30 with Azul.
To ensure you make your Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo
At the moment, ر.ق. 868 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,792. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can get a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Start your journey at FLL and arrive at Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Be on the lookout for deals with Azul. This carrier offers direct Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo plane tickets from FLL.
We make it a breeze to book a Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
FLL is around 5 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
73.74% of flights taking off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo. Book one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 8 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 35 minutes.
After your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo, kick back at a hotel near VCP. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH will help you save.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo and go directly to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Whether you're searching for a zippy compact for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available here from providers such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Around four weeks before your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're likely to snag a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to travel to Sao Paulo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sao Paulo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're ready to explore another side of Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are the start of reasons to visit.
