Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is one hour ahead of Philadelphia, where Philadelphia International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your PHL to Sao Paulo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from PHL to Sao Paulo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to PHL? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive on time at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is ر.ق. 902. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,706. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from PHL to Sao Paulo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from PHL to Sao Paulo.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Grab 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.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from PHL to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your PHL to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Score the best price by securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near VCP and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late PHL to Sao Paulo flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Sao Paulo in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHL to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are leading attractions which should be on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.
