Travelling from Seoul to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Seoul is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo flying out of Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) and Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the chief entry points.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo 12 hours behind Seoul.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Seoul to Sao Paulo flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Sao Paulo
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Seoul to Sao Paulo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it a breeze to find a Seoul to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Incheon International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul, ICN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Incheon International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
GMP is around 18 kilometres from central Seoul. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo? Relax in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Gimpo International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 81% of them landing as planned.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 50 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to CGH. Kick back after your Seoul to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Pick up a Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a car once you've hopped off your flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo.
Public transport can get you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey by picking up a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida will get you on the road.
About four weeks before your flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your ride from VCP. You're more likely to land a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month for flights from Seoul to Sao Paulo. To skip the crowds, visit Sao Paulo in March.
Book a Seoul to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Sao Paulo in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are attractions you won't want to skip in Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you want to check out another great destination in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Botanical Garden of Curitiba are highlights.