Flying from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Sao Paulo. Check out your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when searching for a flight from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR).
Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Sao Paulo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to BLR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to BLR. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, 75.54% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can get to CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Sao Paulo to BLR flight? Relax in a hotel near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Viracopos Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights departing from VCP make it to their destination on schedule 75.02% of the time.
About Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport flight.
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
Kempegowda International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Bengaluru. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes around 1 hour 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
At the moment, Rs164,792 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs315,513. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to BLR. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). August is when most people visit Bengaluru. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
The warmest month in Bengaluru is April, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to BLR flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Bengaluru
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Bengaluru right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Kempegowda International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple are essential stops on your Bengaluru itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've seen Bengaluru, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Chennai to check off its leading sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 257 kilometres south of Bengaluru. No trip is complete without seeing Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.
