Travelling from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. The city follows the UTC-3 timezone and is 12 hours behind Tokyo.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Tokyo to GRU.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as March and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Tokyo to GRU that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HND and GRU include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
HND is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Tokyo Haneda International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Tokyo Narita International Airport:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can get to NRT from the centre of Tokyo in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Tokyo Narita International Airport the day before your Tokyo to GRU flight:
Tokyo Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near GRU:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, central Sao Paulo is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is Rs184,885. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs384,792. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Tokyo to GRU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). July is the peak month for travel to Sao Paulo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Tokyo to GRU plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Travel around 290 kilometres northwest to Ribeirao Preto to check off its leading attractions. From Japanese Garden to Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Museu do Café, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometres northwest of Sao Paulo, Piracicaba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Observatorio Astronomico Municipal, Historic Park Quilombo Corumbataí and Martha Watts Cultural Centre.
