Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is three hours behind Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAN to Sao Paulo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from MAN to Sao Paulo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Manchester to MAN takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MAN:
65% of flights that take off from Manchester Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo flight is R 5,868. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,656. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MAN to Sao Paulo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your flight from MAN to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is about 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 50 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MAN to Sao Paulo flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can get you a lower rate.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to VCP. Get comfortable at one of these options after your MAN to Sao Paulo flight:
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to travel to Sao Paulo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Book a Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Manchester Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are top attractions which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.