Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours. That's the average time for a direct flight from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo.
El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Bogota.
With 42 weekly flights between the two airports, El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. AVIANCA operates the earliest flight at 07:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from BOG to GRU is with AVIANCA at 21:40.
Leave enough time to get on your BOG to Sao Paulo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at BOG and travel nonstop to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). That will be your arrival point when searching for El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets.
Get on board with AVIANCA. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from BOG to Sao Paulo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Bogota, BOG can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BOG:
Of all flights leaving El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Sao Paulo
R 4,193 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 7,072. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from BOG to Sao Paulo by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you'd like 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 takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from BOG to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is about 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your BOG to Sao Paulo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo.
The journey takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near VCP. Settle in at one of these stays after your BOG to Sao Paulo flight:
Whether you're searching for an economy for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available here from companies such as 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 El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo to access the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Plan your trip to Sao Paulo during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in an El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket with a departure in February to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOG to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Sao Paulo, explore our selection of hotels including:
Ibirapuera Park and Sao Paulo Museum of Art are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Sao Paulo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
