Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
8 hours 55 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Sao Paulo is 5 hours behind Cape Town and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Every week, there are 3 flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you want to take off as soon as possible, take the 00:05 South African Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from CPT to GRU is 18:15 with South African Airways.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Getting to Sao Paulo (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is easy with South African Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CPT and GRU include:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To see whether you need a visa to enter Brazil, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CPT to GRU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
R 7,663 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Return flights start from R 11,939. These prices may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from CPT to GRU by booking at least 5 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 21 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Got an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CPT:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to the centre of Sao Paulo is about 32 minutes in a car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to GRU in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 25ºC then.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flights from CPT to GRU, you'll need to find a hotel in Sao Paulo. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
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