Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is one hour ahead of Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located. Sao Paulo follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your DTW to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from DTW to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
DTW is around 29 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, data shows 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Sao Paulo
R 5,237 is currently the best price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 10,184. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from DTW to Sao Paulo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo ticket.
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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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Book a hotel close to GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from DTW to Sao Paulo can help you secure the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
The trip will take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your DTW to Sao Paulo flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CGH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can help you lock in a better rate.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Choose a hotel close to VCP and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you have a late DTW to Sao Paulo flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Take control of the next part of your trip by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are reliable rental providers.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo to access the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Sao Paulo in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to Sao Paulo in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Ibirapuera Park and Sao Paulo Museum of Art are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Sao Paulo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.
