Flying from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF). Explore your options for departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH), two of the city's main airports.
1 hour 12 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport.
Tancredo Neves International Airport is located in Belo Horizonte. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Sao Paulo.
The most popular route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF), with 209 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to CNF is the 05:00 Azul Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:30 with LATAM Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to CNF.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport out of GRU include:
GRU is about 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) has direct flights from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF).
You have a choice of airlines that have direct flights from Sao Paulo to CNF departing from VCP. Take off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
VCP is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 1 hour and 16 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to CNF:
About Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CNF instead:
Getting from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) to central Belo Horizonte
From Tancredo Neves International Airport, Belo Horizonte is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 42 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport is Rs7,037. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs13,434. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to CNF by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Belo Horizonte. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Belo Horizonte is September, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Sao Paulo to CNF in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Belo Horizonte
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Belo Horizonte right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Belo Horizonte is to visit its top sights. Essential stops include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Praça Solidária and Chafariz Carlos Drummond de Andrade.
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