Travelling from Vancouver to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo begins with finding the best airport to start your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's chief entry points.
Sao Paulo is four hours ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your Vancouver to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Sao Paulo
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Vancouver to Sao Paulo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Vancouver to Sao Paulo flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.
After your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo, rest your head at a hotel close to VCP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can land you a better rate.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo has touched down. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there in a car.
Public transport will take you there in about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Whether you want a compact for a solo escape or a roomy SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Browse wheels available from names such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Vancouver to Sao Paulo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo, check out our range of hotels including:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of big attractions to put on your Sao Paulo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're eager to discover 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 among its highlights.