Travelling from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is one hour ahead of Asheville, where Asheville Regional Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your AVL to Sao Paulo flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from AVL to Sao Paulo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Travelling from central Asheville to AVL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AVL:
When it comes to Asheville Regional Airport's on-time performance, 75.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for AVL is 61 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo flight is R 4,501. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,290. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from AVL to Sao Paulo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from AVL to Sao Paulo.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from AVL to Sao Paulo can help you secure the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your AVL to Sao Paulo flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will save you money.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo.
If you use public transport, the journey time is around 3 hours 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel near VCP. Check in to one of these options after your AVL to Sao Paulo flight:
Start your travels without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo for the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before securing your flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Sao Paulo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from AVL to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are top attractions which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its popular sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, your itinerary will be busy.
Curitiba is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without seeing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
