Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is one hour ahead of London, where London International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your YXU to Sao Paulo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
YXU is about 10 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near YXU? If you've booked an early flight from London International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
50.41% of flights that depart London International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Sao Paulo
ر.ق. 1,495 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 3,203. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from YXU to Sao Paulo, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London International Airport to Sao Paulo across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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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 by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London International Airport to Sao Paulo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from YXU to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Following your flight from London International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Following your YXU to Sao Paulo flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CGH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can get you a lower rate.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Head to the city centre after your flight from London International Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is about 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to VCP and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late YXU to Sao Paulo flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida will get you on the road.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from London International Airport to Sao Paulo for the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Plan your trip to Sao Paulo during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from London International Airport to Sao Paulo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your London International Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YXU to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London International Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
