Travelling from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport (BSB): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Sao Paulo's main airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport (BSB) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport flight.
Brasilia's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Sao Paulo. Brasilia International Airport is located in Brasilia.
With 67 direct flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Brasilia International Airport (BSB) is the busiest route. Gol operates the earliest flight at 6am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from GRU to BSB is with LATAM Airlines at 11:30pm.
For a stress-free 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 flight from Sao Paulo to BSB.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can book a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport (BSB) leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
LATAM Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport taking off from GRU.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with LATAM Airlines from GRU to BSB.
Among carriers operating on this route, GOL Linhas Aéreas has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
71% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can book a direct Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport (BSB) plane ticket out of Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). See if flying from CGH works better for your plans.
When setting off from CGH, you can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Sao Paulo to BSB. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
On the CGH to BSB route, LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
LATAM Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport to Brasilia International Airport, with 71.71% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in around 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Sao Paulo to BSB flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
75% of flights out of Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport departing from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP).
Select your preferred airline and get ready to jet off to your destination. These carriers offer direct Sao Paulo to BSB plane tickets from VCP:
Azul Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from VCP to BSB.
The top on-time carrier on this route is LATAM Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 79.78% of the time.
VCP is roughly 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down within the expected time frame. At VCP, that figure is 74%.
About Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BSB instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport flight.
Getting from Brasilia International Airport (BSB) to central Brasilia
Brasilia International Airport to central Brasilia is around 8 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport is Rs8,625. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs16,977. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to BSB.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Brasilia. September is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport (BSB), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to BSB plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Brasilia, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport in July when temperatures are between 13ºC and 27ºC.
More about Brasilia
Start your Brasilia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Brasilia International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Brasilia visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include Cathedral of Brasília, Itamaraty Palace and Museu Nacional.
Explore more of Brazil
Goiania is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Brasilia. Around 177 kilometres away to the southwest, its best attractions include Museum of Art de Goiania, Vaca Brava Park and Jardim Botânico de Goiânia.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Brazil, consider Aparecida de Goiânia, roughly 177 kilometres southwest of Brasilia. Mutirama Park, Cachoeira Serra das Areias and Aquashow are the start of reasons to visit.
