Flying from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 48 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Foz do Iguaçu (the location of Cataratas International Airport).
Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most traveled route, with 65 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from IGU to GRU is with GOL Linhas Aéreas at 20:40. Opt for the first departure operated by LATAM Airlines at 05:25 if you want to get going early.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from IGU to Sao Paulo. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Begin your journey with a direct flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo. From IGU, you can fly nonstop to any of these Sao Paulo airports:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo. Book your ticket with one of these:
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within Brazil. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing list after booking your cheap tickets from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Central Foz do Iguaçu to IGU is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to IGU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Sao Paulo
R 1,041 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,207. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap tickets from IGU to Sao Paulo, book your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes around 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is approximately 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 17 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 34 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to CGH. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from IGU to Sao Paulo at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Sao Paulo, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from IGU to Sao Paulo in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Cataratas International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are major attractions which should be on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
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