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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sao Paulo.R 8,270 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Viracopos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,270, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,457 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,457, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,731 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Viracopos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,731, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,785 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,785, select.
Sao Paulo.R 8,916 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,916, select.
Sao Paulo.R 9,195 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,195, select.
Sao Paulo.R 9,278 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,278, select.
Sao Paulo.R 9,470 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,470, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in March.
May
from R 9,470
Jun
from R 8,457
Jul
from R 11,074
Aug
from R 10,610
Sep
from R 8,785
Oct
from R 9,195
Nov
from R 8,731
Dec
from R 8,916
Jan
from R 9,509
Feb
from R 9,278
Mar
from R 8,270
Apr
from R 10,782

Direct flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo

Alternative Istanbul to Sao Paulo routes

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

Istanbul to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 8,270
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time13 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Sao Paulo is R 13,983. 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.
13 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Sao Paulo.
Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir and Air Serbia fly direct from Istanbul to Sao Paulo.
As of May 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, 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 13,983.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sao Paulo on Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 19 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 18°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.
Currently, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sao Paulo.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo is 12 hours 40 minutes.

  • Sao Paulo is six hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located. Sao Paulo runs on the UTC-3 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). There are 11 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to GRU is the 10:05 Turkish Airlines option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 20:40 with Turkish Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your IST to Sao Paulo flight.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Direct Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo tickets are available for booking. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is where you'll arrive.

  • Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from IST to Sao Paulo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near IST. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sao Paulo

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo flight is R 8,270. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,983. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from IST to Sao Paulo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across each month and snap up an awesome deal.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from IST to Sao Paulo is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo. Book one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's main sights.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from IST to Sao Paulo.

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • After your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 35 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your IST to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down. Central Sao Paulo is about 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.

  • If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to VCP. Get settled at one of these stays after your IST to Sao Paulo flight:

  • Begin your travels without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo for the lowest prices.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Sao Paulo in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket with a departure in February to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Sao Paulo

  • Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are key reasons to visit.

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