Travelling from Sao Paulo to Columbus: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Columbus.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is where you'll be arriving in Columbus.
Columbus is one hour behind Sao Paulo and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Sao Paulo to Columbus flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Columbus
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Sao Paulo to Columbus flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Sao Paulo to Columbus is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Sao Paulo to Columbus flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Columbus, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on time at their destination.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is around 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to Columbus:
Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sao Paulo to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Columbus's usual tourist stops.
Reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's wise to book your Sao Paulo to Columbus flight even earlier.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is roughly 16 kilometres from central Columbus. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sao Paulo to Columbus, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Best time to go to Columbus
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Columbus. July is the busiest month for a trip to Columbus. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to Columbus tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Columbus around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Columbus, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are leading attractions which should feature on every Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Columbus. Around 451 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
