Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 50 minutes.
Sao Paulo is four hours behind Zurich and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Every week, there are seven Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, opt for the 22:30 SWISS flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:40 with SWISS.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your ZRH to GRU flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
SWISS offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Sao Paulo — and maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
SWISS is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 65.0% of its services landing on schedule, SWISS is the most punctual carrier offering ZRH to GRU flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight is Rs118,992. A return ticket right now is Rs201,375. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZRH to GRU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ZRH to GRU.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
76% of flights that leave from Zurich Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Book a hotel close to GRU if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Sao Paulo Guarulhos 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 Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to GRU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without a visit to Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
