Flying from Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Foz do Iguaçu.
Each week, there are 45 Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, pick the 04:45 LATAM Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:20 with Gol.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IGU to GRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Getting to Sao Paulo (and then seeing more of Brazil!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 77.19% of services landing as planned, GOL Linhas Aéreas is the most punctual carrier operating IGU to GRU flights.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a popular stopover on the IGU to GRU route.
Handy information about Iguassu Falls Airport (IGU)
Iguassu Falls Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from IGU arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Foz do Iguaçu to Iguassu Falls Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to IGU:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Reserve a hotel near GRU if you're taking a late Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Sao Paulo. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Iguassu Falls Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IGU to GRU around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
