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Flight deals from Chennai to Sao Paulo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs456,806. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sao Paulo.Rs257,711 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs257,711, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs265,272 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs265,272, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs286,839 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Chennai on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs286,839, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs293,054 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs293,054, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs293,655 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs293,655, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs296,423 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs296,423, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs299,481 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs299,481, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs299,481 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs299,481, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs320,875 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs320,875, select.
Sao Paulo.Rs336,628 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs336,628, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in August.
Apr
from Rs336,628
May
from Rs286,839
Jun
from Rs293,054
Jul
from Rs293,655
Aug
from Rs257,711
Sep
from Rs320,875
Oct
from Rs296,423
Nov
from Rs299,481
Dec
from Rs265,272
Jan
from Rs299,481
Feb
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Mar
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Alternative Chennai to Sao Paulo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chennai to Sao Paulo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sao Paulo Congonhas

9km from central Sao Paulo
Closest
from Rs346,241
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Sao Paulo Guarulhos

20km from central Sao Paulo
Cheapest
from Rs257,711
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Sao Paulo Viracopos

79km from central Sao Paulo
from Rs347,366
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Sao Jose Dos Campos

87km from central Sao Paulo
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Chennai to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs257,711
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Sao Paulo is Rs449,810. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Sao Paulo. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs449,810.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Sao Paulo is usually June.
If you're flying from Chennai Airport, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Guarulhos – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from Rs449,810.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo on Thursday, 11 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Sao Paulo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sao Paulo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. February is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sao Paulo.

Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

  • Sao Paulo is eight hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located. Sao Paulo follows the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your MAA to Sao Paulo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MAA to Sao Paulo. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:

  • When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, 76.04% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sao Paulo

  • Rs257,711 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs449,810. These prices may change based on demand.

  • To find cheap flights from MAA to Sao Paulo, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and walk away with an epic deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to Sao Paulo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

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 takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:

  • Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from MAA to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Chennai 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.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 35 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MAA to Sao Paulo flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is around 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.

  • If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel close to VCP. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your MAA to Sao Paulo flight:

  • Start your trip without stressing over how to get to where you're going with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted names here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • About four weeks ahead of your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to secure your ride from VCP. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • Before securing your flights from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Sao Paulo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.

  • The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MAA to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Sao Paulo

  • Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are popular attractions which should feature on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its popular sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chennai to Sao Paulo

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