Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Viracopos Airport (VCP): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is three hours behind London and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LHR to VCP flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Right now, R 7,241 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Viracopos Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,216. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LHR to VCP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Viracopos Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to VCP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Viracopos Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Viracopos Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Viracopos Airport (VCP)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Viracopos Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VCP instead:
Grab a Viracopos Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Viracopos Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to central Sao Paulo
From Viracopos Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 97 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 3 hours 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Viracopos Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Viracopos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to VCP in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its top attractions. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are the start of reasons to visit.