Travelling from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Sao Paulo. Check out your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when planning your flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL).
San Salvador is 3 hours behind Sao Paulo. El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Your flight from Sao Paulo to SAL won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Sao Paulo to SAL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
The distance from central Sao Paulo to GRU is roughly 26 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Want a handy hotel close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Viracopos Airport:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
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.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to SAL? Unwind in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SAL:
Getting from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to central San Salvador
El Salvador International Airport to the centre of San Salvador is about 40 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport is Rs42,677. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs93,179. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to SAL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to San Salvador in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in San Salvador is March, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo to SAL in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 18ºC and 30ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport.
More about San Salvador
Start your San Salvador trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to El Salvador International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. National Palace of El Salvador, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Catedral Metropolitana are essential stops on your San Salvador itinerary.
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