Flying from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
The timezone in Honolulu is UTC-10, which is seven hours behind Sao Paulo. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is located in Honolulu.
Your flight from Sao Paulo to HNL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Sao Paulo to HNL departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, data shows 75.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to HNL flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
The journey to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo is around 3 hours 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Viracopos Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from VCP arrive at their destination on schedule 75.02% of the time.
About Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Book a hotel close to HNL if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Pick up a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport rental car and discover Honolulu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight.
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu
The centre of Honolulu is around 6 kilometres from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes around 3 hours.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
R 6,867 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. A return flight starts at R 13,796. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Sao Paulo to HNL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
May is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Honolulu based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Sao Paulo to HNL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Honolulu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
February has temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Honolulu
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Honolulu:
Your trip to Honolulu should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Pacific Ocean, Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbour.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Honolulu, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 161 kilometres east to Kahului to tick off its top attractions. From West Maui Circle Drive to Palaau State Park and Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kīhei is another essential stop in the United States and is around 161 kilometres east of Honolulu. No trip is complete without visiting Kihei Regional Park, MCC Four Winds and Maui Magic Snorkel Tour Boats and Ma‘alaea Bay.