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Frankfurt.R 6,166 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,166, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,272 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,272, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,306 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,306, select.
Frankfurt.R 6,319 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,319, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,319 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Frankfurt Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,319, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,528 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt Hahn.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,528, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,558 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,558, select.
Frankfurt.R 7,786 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,786, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sao Paulo to Frankfurt flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from R 10,133
Jun
from R 7,528
Jul
from R 6,272
Aug
from R 7,319
Sep
from R 7,786
Oct
from R 6,306
Nov
from R 6,166
Dec
from R 6,319
Jan
from R 7,786
Feb
from R 7,840
Mar
from R 7,558
Apr
from R 7,840

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Sao Paulo to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,166
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week71

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Frankfurt: Frankfurt am Main, Mannheim and Frankfurt Hahn.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt is R 13,557. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt.
Air China, Lufthansa and Finnair fly direct from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt.
As of May 2025, there are 71 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Sao Paulo, the cheapest airport near Frankfurt is Frankfurt am Main – which is 11.8 km away from the centre of Frankfurt. We've found flights into this airport from R 13,557.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt on Tuesday, 29 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Frankfurt but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Frankfurt, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in April. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Frankfurt is LATAM Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Mannheim Airport is Lufthansa.

Flying from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt: what you need to know

  • Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.

  • When working out where to arrive in Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the primary gateways.

  • The average length of a direct Sao Paulo to Frankfurt flight is 11 hours 35 minutes.

  • Frankfurt is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt with Lufthansa at 18:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from GRU to FRA is with LATAM Airlines at 23:45.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Sao Paulo to Frankfurt flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt

  • Book seven months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Sao Paulo to Frankfurt flights.

  • October is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find an affordable Sao Paulo to Frankfurt flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • You can book a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Start your journey at GRU and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • LATAM Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Sao Paulo to Frankfurt plane tickets leaving from GRU.

  • We make it easy to find a Sao Paulo to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • GRU is around 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. 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 traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • Of the flights that depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on schedule at their destination.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt, take it easy in one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport:

  • Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance of 75.02%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

Arriving in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.

  • It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Frankfurt and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Frankfurt flight.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. After your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt, it takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.

  • Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Frankfurt

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt, while April is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Sao Paulo to Frankfurt ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Frankfurt

  • After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Frankfurt, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.

Explore more of Germany

  • Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.

  • Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.

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