Travelling from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Brussels. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo.
Your flight from Brussels to GRU won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as October and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Brussels to GRU that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between BRU and GRU include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
72% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). It's a key transfer point for flights from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) departing Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Brussels to GRU flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
72% of flights departing Brussels South Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near GRU:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Central Sao Paulo is around 26 kilometres from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
At the moment, R 6,597 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,361. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to GRU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
September is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), while January is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Brussels to GRU plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Brussels to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Sao Paulo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras.
Around 145 kilometres northwest of Sao Paulo, Piracicaba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.