Travelling from Salvador Airport (SSA) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Salvador.
You can choose from 70 weekly Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flights. The 03:35 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight available. Gol operates the last service of the day at 23:00.
Your SSA to GRU flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Sao Paulo (and then seeing more of Brazil!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 75.8% of its services arriving as scheduled, GOL Linhas Aéreas is the most punctual carrier offering SSA to GRU flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SSA and GRU:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salvador Airport (SSA) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
R 1,288 is the lowest price for a one-way Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,013. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SSA to GRU, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Salvador Airport (SSA)
Salvador Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SSA arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Salvador to Salvador Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SSA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Consider booking a hotel close to GRU if you're on a late Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Salvador Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport for February if you want to go to Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SSA to GRU in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its top sights. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, your itinerary will be busy.
Curitiba is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without visiting Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.