Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is one hour ahead of Charlotte and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CLT to GRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between CLT and GRU include:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
At the moment, R 5,271 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,167. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from CLT to GRU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CLT to GRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charlotte Douglas International Airport, data shows 77.67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Charlotte Douglas International Airport from central Charlotte, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 4 hours 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CLT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLT to GRU in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its leading attractions. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without dropping by Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
