Flying from Chapeco Airport (XAP) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo.
Chapeco (the location of Chapeco Airport) and Sao Paulo are in the same timezone — UTC-3.
Chapeco Airport (XAP) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most traveled route, with 28 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from XAP to GRU is with LATAM Airlines at 20:15. Go for the first departure with Gol at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your XAP to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Start your trip at XAP and fly straight to Sao Paulo without layovers. When booking a direct Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo ticket, these are your arrival options:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
You can choose from various carriers that offer direct flights from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo, including:
The journey from central Chapeco to XAP takes about 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 2 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near XAP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Chapeco Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from XAP arrive on schedule 82.03% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chapeco Airport (XAP) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've found for a one-way Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo flight is ر.ق. 156. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 234. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from XAP to Sao Paulo by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from XAP to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your XAP to Sao Paulo flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and make a speedy getaway.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near VCP after your XAP to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Start your travels without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
About four weeks before your flight from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to secure your vehicle 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
Plan your trip to Sao Paulo in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a Chapeco Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from XAP to Sao Paulo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Chapeco Airport 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:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Start with leading 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 journey is complete without experiencing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
