Travelling from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Sao Paulo's main airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) leaving from either of these bases.
1 hour 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport flight.
Sao Jose Do Rio Preto (where Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport is located) and Sao Paulo share the UTC-3 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with LATAM Airlines at 10:20pm. Opt for the first GRU to SJP departure with LATAM Airlines at 7am if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to SJP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reach your destination without the detour from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) can be booked from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from GRU.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from GRU to SJP.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 77.06% of its services landing on schedule.
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, data shows 75.54% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Planning to leave from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)? Direct Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Get on your direct flight from Sao Paulo to SJP with LATAM Airlines. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of CGH.
LATAM Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from CGH to SJP.
Among the carriers operating flights between Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time performance.
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to SJP flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.8%.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport departing from Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Get ready to jet away with Azul. It offers direct Sao Paulo to SJP plane tickets from VCP.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Azul from VCP to SJP.
Azul is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 76.5% of its services landing on time.
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that take off from VCP make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 75.02% of the time.
About Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP)
Book a hotel close to SJP if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
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Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) to central Sao Jose Do Rio Preto
Central Sao Jose Do Rio Preto is around 3 kilometres from Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport is R 860. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,493. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SJP by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Sao Jose Do Rio Preto. June is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Sao Jose Do Rio Preto is September, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Sao Paulo to SJP plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sao Jose Do Rio Preto
After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Jose Do Rio Preto:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Sao Jose Do Rio Preto when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Panorâmica da represa followed by Tempo da Capoeiragem - Casa do Mestre Ceará and PRAYING HOUSE.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sao Jose Do Rio Preto. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras.
Uberlandia is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Sao Jose Do Rio Preto. No journey is complete without experiencing Monumento a Zumbi dos Palmares, Parque linear and Indigenous Museum.
