Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo is 9 hours 45 minutes.
Lisbon Portela Airport is located in Lisbon. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is three hours behind Lisbon.
The busiest route is from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Choose from 29 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LIS to GRU is the 08:50 LATAM Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:35 with TAP Portugal.
Leave plenty of time to make your LIS to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo ticket. Start your journey at LIS and land at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
You can choose from various airlines offering direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo, such as:
We make it simple to book flight tickets from LIS to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Lisbon, LIS can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel near LIS? If you've booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
64.1% of flights that take off from Lisbon Portela Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo flight is R 6,339. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,496. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from LIS to Sao Paulo, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a fantastic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LIS to Sao Paulo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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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 getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LIS to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.
Following your LIS to Sao Paulo flight, kick back at a hotel near CGH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.
Stay at a hotel near VCP and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you have a late LIS to Sao Paulo flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays are all about convenience:
Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from companies such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
About four weeks before your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to secure your ride from VCP. You're more likely to get a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Travel to Sao Paulo during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket with a departure in February to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIS to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Ibirapuera Park and Sao Paulo Museum of Art are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Sao Paulo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without visiting Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.