Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is 13 hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your GRU to CNS flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
R 22,415 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 37,849. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GRU to CNS if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Cairns Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
75.54% of flights that take off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near GRU? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Cairns Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
Book a hotel near CNS if you're on a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and explore beyond Cairns's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cairns. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Cairns Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GRU to CNS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, head for Bowen, about 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay are key reasons to visit.
