Flying from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
Sao Paulo's main base, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Frankfurt is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 6:15pm. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from GRU to FRA is with LATAM Airlines at 11:45pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to FRA.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Get there in one go from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) operate from here.
When taking off from GRU, you can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport with LATAM Airlines.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between GRU and FRA is LATAM Airlines.
Among carriers operating on this route, Lufthansa has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to FRA with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between GRU and FRA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
71% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 50 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to FRA flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Flights that depart from VCP arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 74% of the time.
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near FRA and shut your eyes sooner:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport is R 5,845. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,834. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from Sao Paulo to FRA, book your plane ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Chase down a great fare on a flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). September is the peak month for travel to Frankfurt. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Sao Paulo to FRA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Frankfurt isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you won't want to miss include Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt, Bildungsstatte Anne Frank and Main Tower.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Frankfurt, a visit to Essen will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.
If you want to check out another side of Germany, head for Stuttgart, about 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart are among the biggest draws.









