Flying from Houston to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the main airports in Houston.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's chief entry points.
Around 9 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Houston to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo two hours ahead of Houston.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are seven weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Houston to Sao Paulo is with United Airlines at 21:50. Go for the first IAH to GRU departure operated by United Airlines at 19:45 to make the most of your arrival in Sao Paulo.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Houston to Sao Paulo flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Sao Paulo
Book five months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Houston to Sao Paulo flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Houston to Sao Paulo is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Sao Paulo taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Begin your trip at IAH and touch down at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
United Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Houston to Sao Paulo plane tickets leaving from IAH.
We make it a breeze to book a Houston to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Sao Paulo, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Houston to Sao Paulo flight, here's where you can stop when setting off from William P. Hobby Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo, unwind in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport make it to their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is approximately 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near VCP. Unwind after your Houston to Sao Paulo flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is roughly 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo.
The journey will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact just for you or a spacious SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the ideal Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the range of wheels available here from companies such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo is a good time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're likely to snag a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Houston to Sao Paulo ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Sao Paulo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of top attractions to put on your Sao Paulo to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
