Flying from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Sao Jose Do Rio Preto.
Flights from SJP to GRU start at 07:20 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is at 22:15 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flights.
Your SJP to GRU flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
LATAM Airlines offers direct flights from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Sao Paulo — and maybe even more of Brazil if your schedule allows.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 71.21% of services landing on schedule, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SJP to GRU flights.
Handy information about Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport (SJP)
Of the departures from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Sao Jose Do Rio Preto. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SJP:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
If you're arriving on a late Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near GRU:
Pick up a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to the centre of Sao Paulo has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Sao Paulo in March.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJP to GRU around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its top attractions. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Curitiba is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without experiencing Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
