Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located in Lagos. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is four hours behind Lagos.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LOS to Sao Paulo flight.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LOS to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Lagos to LOS takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LOS:
64.68% of flights taking off from Murtala Muhammed International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Sao Paulo
Rs240,459 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs364,913. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LOS to Sao Paulo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and score an awesome deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from LOS to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. After your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your LOS to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:
No time to waste? 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 hit the road in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel near VCP. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your LOS to Sao Paulo flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Around four weeks before your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're likely to snag a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before locking in your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Sao Paulo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our range of hotels including:
Ibirapuera Park and Sao Paulo Museum of Art are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Sao Paulo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.