Flying from Tenerife to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo. Tenerife North Airport (TFN) and Tenerife South Airport (TFS) are Tenerife's main airports.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's chief entry points.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is three hours behind Tenerife.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Tenerife to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Sao Paulo
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Tenerife to Sao Paulo flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Travelling from central Tenerife to TFN takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Tenerife North Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the departures from Tenerife North Airport, 75.81% land on schedule at their destination.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
TFS is around 56 kilometres from central Tenerife. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Tenerife South Airport the day before your flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo:
64% of all departures from Tenerife South Airport meet their expected arrival time.
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 reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Tenerife to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is approximately 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
Travelling by public transport will take around 35 minutes.
After your flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo, unwind at a hotel close to VCP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will save you money.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is about 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you use public transport, the journey takes around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Whether you're after a zippy mini for a solo adventure or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available from providers such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your ride from VCP. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Tenerife to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your Tenerife to Sao Paulo ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Tenerife to Sao Paulo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Tenerife to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without dropping by Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
