Flying from Sao Paulo to Phoenix: what you need to know
Sao Paulo has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Phoenix flying out of Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Touch down at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX), the chief entry point to Phoenix.
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, making Phoenix four hours behind Sao Paulo.
Leave plenty of time to make your Sao Paulo to Phoenix flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Phoenix
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Sao Paulo to Phoenix flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Sao Paulo to Phoenix is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
We make it a cinch to find a Sao Paulo to Phoenix flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
GRU is about 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Phoenix or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
71% of flights that depart Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport land at their destination on time.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
You can reach VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Sao Paulo to Phoenix? Kick back in a hotel near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 10 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
Book a hotel near PHX if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Phoenix. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and see more of Phoenix and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
PHX is situated at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Phoenix has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is approximately 40 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near AZA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Sao Paulo to Phoenix:
Dollar, Alamo and Budget make picking up a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at AZA can get you a lower rate.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
March is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Phoenix, while April is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Phoenix based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Sao Paulo to Phoenix ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 27ºC to 45ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Phoenix around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Phoenix, explore our selection of hotels including:
Camelback Mountain and Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Phoenix to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Heard Museum.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Las Vegas is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix. No trip is complete without dropping by Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Penn & Teller.
