Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Jacksonville.
To ensure you catch your JAX to GRU flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JAX and GRU:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is R 9,997. A round-trip ticket right now is R 12,068. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JAX to GRU, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from JAX to GRU is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.42% of flights that depart JAX land on time.
Central Jacksonville to Jacksonville International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near JAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you're getting in on a late Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near GRU:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Sao Paulo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from JAX to GRU 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.
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, check out popular attractions including Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
