Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Durham.
Your RDU to GRU flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RDU and GRU include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Miami International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Rs72,182 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs152,974. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from RDU to GRU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RDU to GRU.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the departures from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Reserve a hotel close to GRU if you're on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to GRU around that time if you like cooler conditions.
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 check off its popular sights. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without seeing Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
