Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Approximately 8 hours 48 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is 5 hours behind Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). You can choose from 16 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JNB to GRU is the 09:55 South African Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 15:15 with LATAM Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from JNB to Sao Paulo, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can reserve a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo. Begin your trip at JNB and arrive at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
LATAM Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from JNB to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you hold a passport from South Africa and plan to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo.
JNB is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near JNB. Whether you have an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo is R 6,030. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,006. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from JNB to Sao Paulo, book your journey 8 months before the departure date.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
If you have a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is located around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). As soon as your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 17 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 34 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from JNB to Sao Paulo at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo. To skip the crowds, visit Sao Paulo in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from JNB to Sao Paulo sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are popular attractions which should feature on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Complete your Sao Paulo trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Sao Paulo and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo.
