Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is five hours ahead of Seattle, where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your SEA to Sao Paulo flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SEA to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SEA:
80% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of SEA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is R 5,805. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,775. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SEA to Sao Paulo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SEA to Sao Paulo.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma 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.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SEA to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
Travelling by public transport will take around 50 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SEA to Sao Paulo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will help you stay within budget.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near VCP. Settle in at one of these options after your SEA to Sao Paulo flight:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from VCP about four weeks before your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Before booking a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SEA to Sao Paulo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are top attractions which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are among its highlights.
