Travelling from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Geneva, where Geneva Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your GVA to Sao Paulo flight.
During popular months like March, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from GVA to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
GVA is about 5 kilometres from central Geneva. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near GVA:
Of all flights departing from Geneva Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Sao Paulo
R 6,702 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 11,911. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from GVA to Sao Paulo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and bag an epic deal.
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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 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from GVA to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Following your GVA to Sao Paulo flight, unwind at a hotel near CGH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo and make your way to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near VCP after your GVA to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
December is the quietest month for flights from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GVA to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Geneva Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are must-do's during your Sao Paulo adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
