Travelling from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the two main airports in Sao Paulo.
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is five hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to TLV.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to TLV that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GRU and TLV include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
GRU is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can get to CGH from central Sao Paulo in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Sao Paulo to TLV flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
73.8% of flights taking off from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of VCP is 75.02%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TLV:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience more of Tel Aviv and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
The centre of Tel Aviv is around 14 kilometres from Ben Gurion International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Currently, Rs130,300 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs253,871. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to TLV. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Sao Paulo to TLV.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Tel Aviv. July is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to TLV flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Tel Aviv
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tel Aviv right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport:
Sunset Point Tel Aviv and Hilton Beach are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Tel Aviv must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Jaffa Old City.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Israel just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, a visit to Nahariyya will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
Eilat is another sought-after destination in Israel and is around 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv. No trip is complete without a visit to Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site.
