Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is two hours ahead of Philadelphia, where Philadelphia International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your PHL 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.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from PHL to Sao Paulo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a taxi 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 travel time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel near PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is Rs77,559. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs166,942. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from PHL to Sao Paulo, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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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 takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from PHL to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is about 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your PHL to Sao Paulo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel close to VCP. Check in to one of these stays after your PHL to Sao Paulo flight:
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo for the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
December is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHL 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 Philadelphia International Airport to Sao Paulo, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are among its highlights.