Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is three hours ahead of San Salvador, where El Salvador International Airport is located. Sao Paulo runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your SAL to Sao Paulo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SAL to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The journey from central San Salvador to SAL takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near SAL. Whether you've booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
El Salvador International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SAL touch down on schedule 88% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Sao Paulo
R 5,817 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 11,004. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SAL to Sao Paulo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across every month and score an incredible deal.
You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from SAL to Sao Paulo.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SAL to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is located around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SAL to Sao Paulo flight at one of these well-located options:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share after your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport can get you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near VCP after your SAL to Sao Paulo flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
About four weeks before your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to secure your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to land a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Before booking a El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAL to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without seeing Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
