Flying from Seattle to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Seattle has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
When it comes to landing in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the major entry points.
Sao Paulo is four hours ahead of Seattle and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Seattle to Sao Paulo flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Sao Paulo
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Seattle to Sao Paulo flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Seattle to Sao Paulo flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SEA.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Seattle to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
As soon as your flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is approximately 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 35 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to VCP. Settle in and get cosy after your Seattle to Sao Paulo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take roughly 3 hours 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Take control of the next part of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are dependable companies for booking.
If you're after a specific model or make, book your ride from VCP about four weeks ahead of your flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to travel to Sao Paulo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your Seattle to Sao Paulo tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Sao Paulo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Sao Paulo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Paulista Avenue.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are key reasons to visit.
