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Flight deals from Houston to Sao Paulo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Sao Paulo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,379. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sao Paulo.R 3,962 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,962, select.
Sao Paulo.R 4,603 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,603, select.
Sao Paulo.R 5,408 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,408, select.
Sao Paulo.R 5,841 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,841, select.
Sao Paulo.R 6,050 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,050, select.
Sao Paulo.R 6,953 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,953, select.
Sao Paulo.R 6,996 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,996, select.
Sao Paulo.R 7,462 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,462, select.
Sao Paulo.R 7,930 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Viracopos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,930, select.
Sao Paulo.R 7,981 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,981, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,101 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,101, select.
Sao Paulo.R 9,326 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,326, select.
Sao Paulo.R 18,943 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,943, select.
Sao Paulo.R 18,963 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,963, select.
Sao Paulo.R 18,963 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,963, select.
Sao Paulo.R 18,977 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,977, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 7,981
Jul
from R 5,841
Aug
from R 3,962
Sep
from R 4,603
Oct
from R 5,408
Nov
from R 6,050
Dec
from R 7,462
Jan
from R 6,953
Feb
from R 6,996
Mar
from R 8,101
Apr
from R 7,930
May
from R 9,326

Direct flights from Houston to Sao Paulo

Alternative Houston to Sao Paulo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Houston to Sao Paulo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sao Paulo Congonhas

9km from central Sao Paulo
Closest
from R 6,382
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Sao Paulo Guarulhos

20km from central Sao Paulo
Cheapest
from R 3,962
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Sao Paulo Viracopos

79km from central Sao Paulo
from R 5,411
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Sao Jose Dos Campos

87km from central Sao Paulo
from R 11,779
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Houston to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,954
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time9 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineANA (All Nippon Airways)
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Sao Paulo is R 9,058. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Sao Paulo.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) and United fly direct from Houston to Sao Paulo.
As of June 2026, there are 192 flights per week flying from Houston to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Sao Paulo is usually August.
If you're flying from Houston, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Guarulhos – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from R 9,058.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Sao Paulo on Monday, 17 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sao Paulo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In June, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. February is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is January.

Flying from Houston to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Houston. Explore your options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when organising your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo.

  • When choosing where to land in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) and Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the major entry points.

  • The average time for a direct Houston to Sao Paulo flight is 9 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is three hours ahead of Houston.

  • With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Houston to Sao Paulo with United Airlines at 19:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from IAH to GRU is with United Airlines at 21:50.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Houston to Sao Paulo flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Sao Paulo

  • Book three months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Houston to Sao Paulo flights.

  • The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Houston to Sao Paulo is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Houston to Sao Paulo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find an affordable Houston to Sao Paulo flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Houston

Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Houston to Sao Paulo leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). Start your journey at IAH and end it at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU).

  • Be on the lookout for deals with United Airlines. This carrier offers direct Houston to Sao Paulo plane tickets out of IAH.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Houston to Sao Paulo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Lima Airport (LIM)

    • Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Sao Paulo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • 79% of flights taking off from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Houston to Sao Paulo flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Houston Hobby Airport and Sao Paulo:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo:

  • Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport land on time.

  • HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)

  • Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport around two weeks ahead of your Houston to Sao Paulo flight.

Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • As soon as your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near CGH. Unwind after your Houston to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH will save you money.

Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Head toward the city centre after your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there in a car.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida make getting on the road smooth sailing.

  • If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, as well as a better rate.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Houston to Sao Paulo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap flights from Houston 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

  • Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are popular attractions which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the northeast, popular attractions include Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

  • Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Botanical Garden of Curitiba.

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