Travelling from Porto Alegre Airport (POA) to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport.
Porto Alegre and Sao Paulo are both in the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are 150 Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, take the 05:10 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:45 with Gol.
Leave plenty of time to make your POA to CGH flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport, so jetting to Sao Paulo (and then seeing more parts of Brazil!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating POA to CGH flights. A dependable 81.25% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Alegre Airport (POA) to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport flight is Rs14,999. A return fare is currently Rs30,964. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from POA to CGH, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Porto Alegre Airport (POA)
78% of flights departing from Porto Alegre Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Porto Alegre Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Porto Alegre. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near POA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Book a hotel near CGH if you're taking a late Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The quietest month for a flight from Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Porto Alegre Airport to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport for February if you want to go to Sao Paulo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from POA to CGH in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without experiencing Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
