Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Caracas Airport (CCS): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport.
Caracas is one hour behind Sao Paulo and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Every week, there are three Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your GRU to CCS flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
GOL Linhas Aéreas offers direct flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Caracas — and maybe even more of Venezuela if time allows.
GOL Linhas Aéreas is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating GRU to CCS flights, GOL Linhas Aéreas has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GRU and CCS:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Santo Domingo Las Americas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Caracas Airport (CCS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport flight is R 3,185. A return ticket is currently R 7,318. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from GRU to CCS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport.
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Handy information about Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, data shows 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near GRU:
Arriving at Caracas Airport (CCS)
If you have a late Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CCS:
Pick up a Caracas Airport rental car and explore Caracas and beyond with your own wheels. Street Rent a Car, Aco Rent a Car and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Caracas Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Caracas Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Caracas Airport to central Caracas has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Caracas Airport (CCS)
The quietest month for a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport is March, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Caracas based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Caracas is September, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Caracas Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GRU to CCS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Venezuela
You've visited Caracas, now it's time to explore more of Venezuela. Travel around 80 kilometres west to Maracay to tick off its leading sights. From Church of Our Lady of the Assumption to Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral, Maracay and Museo Aeronatico Fuerza Aerea Venezolana, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Valencia is another well-known destination in Venezuela and is around 129 kilometres west of Caracas. No journey is complete without a visit to Plaza Bolivar, San Diego Botanical Garden and Municipal Serrania el Indio Park.