Travelling from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Knoxville.
For hassle-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 TYS to Sao Paulo flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
The journey from central Knoxville to TYS takes about 50 minutes by 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.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near TYS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
76% of flights that depart Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find TYS at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo flight is R 4,483. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,663. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from TYS to Sao Paulo, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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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.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from TYS to Sao Paulo can help you secure the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 50 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near CGH. Kick back and get cosy after your TYS to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down. Central Sao Paulo is about 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel close to VCP. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your TYS to Sao Paulo flight:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from VCP about four weeks before your flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month for flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sao Paulo in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from TYS to Sao Paulo in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Sao Paulo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are major attractions which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you want to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are the start of reasons to visit.
