Travelling from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo four hours behind Nice.
Leave plenty of time to catch your NCE to GRU flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NCE and GRU:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
R 6,438 is currently the best price for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 13,000. These fares may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NCE to GRU, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
74.5% of flights taking off from Cote D'Azur Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Cote D'Azur Airport from central Nice, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near NCE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you're catching a late Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Sao Paulo in April.
Book your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Sao Paulo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NCE to GRU in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.
