Flying from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport (OPO): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport (OPO) taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
10 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Sao Paulo to Porto Airport flight.
Porto is three hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Porto Airport is located in Porto, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Take your pick of 3 direct services each week between Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Porto Airport (OPO). This is the most popular route, with TAP Portugal offering a 12:05am departure from GRU to OPO.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to OPO.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can jump on a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport (OPO) out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
When jetting out of GRU, you can catch a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport with TAP Portugal.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with TAP Portugal between GRU and OPO.
With 76.92% of its services arriving as scheduled, TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier on this route.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to OPO that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GRU and OPO include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
75.54% of flights that take off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can reach CGH from central Sao Paulo in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Sao Paulo to OPO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
73.8% of all departures from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Enjoy a hassle-free trip from start to finish from Viracopos Airport (VCP). Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport can be booked from here.
Buckle up and take off from VCP with Azul. This well-known airline offers direct Sao Paulo to OPO flight tickets.
The most frequently booked airline between VCP and OPO is Azul.
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Sao Paulo to Porto Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Viracopos Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of VCP is 75.02%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Porto Airport (OPO)
Consider staying in a hotel near OPO if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Porto Airport rental car and discover Porto and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Porto Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Porto. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport (OPO)
ر.ق. 1,168 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 2,043. These fares can change based on demand.
Get cheap flights from Sao Paulo to OPO by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Sao Paulo to Porto Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on flight tickets from Sao Paulo to OPO.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport (OPO)
February is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport (OPO), while August is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Porto based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Porto is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to OPO flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Porto
Start your Porto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Porto Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Ribeira District and Rio Douro are just two of the big attractions to add to your Porto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Livraria Lello.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Portugal you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Porto, a trip to Lisbon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like belém, Pasteis de Belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém.
Amadora is another favourite destination in Portugal and is around 274 kilometres south of Porto. No trip is complete without a visit to Roman Villa, Park Fonte das Avencas and Park Fantasia.
