Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Kuala Lumpur. Explore your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when organising your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's major gateways.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is 11 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo
To pick up cheap Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
58.65% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo, unwind in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
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'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is around 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). As soon as your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 35 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near VCP. Unwind after your Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Score the best price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for a solo escape or a roomy SUV to transport your group, you'll find the ideal Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from companies such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
About four weeks before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo is a good time to secure your vehicle from VCP. You're likely to snag a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to travel to Sao Paulo. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of big attractions to add to your Sao Paulo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Paulista Avenue.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
