Flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be travelling for around 8 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is five hours behind Johannesburg, where Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is located.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most traveled route, with six weekly departures to choose from. You can fly from JNB to GRU at 09:50 with South African Airways.
To avoid missing your JNB to Sao Paulo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket. Start your trip at JNB and touch down at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
LATAM Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from JNB to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
JNB is around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to JNB? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sao Paulo
R 5,716 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 7,237. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap flights from JNB to Sao Paulo, book your journey 11 months before your departure.
April is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from JNB to Sao Paulo.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from JNB to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your JNB to Sao Paulo flight:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport can get you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near VCP and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late JNB to Sao Paulo flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from VCP about four weeks ahead of your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
When booking your Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. 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 a cheap ticket from JNB to Sao Paulo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without seeing Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.




