Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo six hours behind Riyadh.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your RUH to GRU flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between RUH and GRU:
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Rs175,883 is the best price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs213,099. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to GRU if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RUH to GRU.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination on time.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Sao Paulo. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you want to explore Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to GRU in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.