Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is 11 hours 50 minutes.
Sao Paulo is four hours behind Zurich and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Each week, there are ten Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, opt for the 22:30 SWISS flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:40 with SWISS.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to GRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
SWISS is your ticket to exploring Sao Paulo (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Brazil!). Check out the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport offered by this popular airline.
SWISS has the highest passenger demand on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating ZRH to GRU flights. A dependable 85.0% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Rs121,125 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs185,471. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ZRH to GRU, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that take off from Zurich Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Book a hotel close to GRU if you have a late Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Sao Paulo. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to GRU in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
