Travelling from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is five hours ahead of Seattle. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Seattle to GRU. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Seattle to GRU with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SEA and GRU include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is around 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to GRU flight:
Most flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport get to their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near GRU and fast-forward to bedtime:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Central Sao Paulo is around 26 kilometres from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
R 5,417 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Return flights start from R 11,762. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to GRU if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Sao Paulo. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Seattle to GRU plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Museu do Café.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Brazil, consider Piracicaba, about 145 kilometres northwest of Sao Paulo. Observatorio Astronomico Municipal, Historic Park Quilombo Corumbataí and Martha Watts Cultural Centre are among its highlights.