Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Santiago (the location of Arturo Merino Benitez Airport).
The busiest route is from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Choose from 77 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from SCL to GRU is the 00:30 LATAM Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 22:55 with Sky Airline.
Leave plenty of time to make your SCL to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at SCL and travel straight to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo tickets.
Leading carriers that operate direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo include:
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from SCL to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Travelling from central Santiago to SCL takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near SCL? If you're boarding an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SCL land on schedule 82.58% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Sao Paulo
Rs22,704 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs40,965. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from SCL to Sao Paulo by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
May is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SCL to Sao Paulo can help you get the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. After your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 35 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SCL to Sao Paulo flight:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH will save you money.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo and make your way to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you about 3 hours 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near VCP after your SCL to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo for the most affordable rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Plan your trip to Sao Paulo during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SCL to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Sao Paulo:
Ibirapuera Park and Sao Paulo Museum of Art are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Sao Paulo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its must-visit sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.
