Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH): what you need to know
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo three hours behind Manchester.
To ensure you catch your MAN to CGH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Right now, R 7,325 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 17,605. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAN to CGH, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAN to CGH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to MAN:
Arriving at Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CGH instead:
Pick up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Sao Paulo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to CGH in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
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 north-east, its best attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
