Travelling from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport.
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Sao Paulo.
Flights from VCP to FLL start from 09:30 — the earliest with Azul. The latest departure is at 23:55 with Azul. In total, you can take your pick of six weekly Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flights.
Your VCP to FLL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Azul Airlines has direct flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Fort Lauderdale — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Azul Airlines.
Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers VCP to FLL flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight is R 4,641. A return ticket is currently R 9,476. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from VCP to FLL by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from VCP to FLL is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Of the departures from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to VCP:
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Fort Lauderdale International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and find adventure across Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Fort Lauderdale. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Fort Lauderdale International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VCP to FLL in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Miami, roughly 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are among the biggest draws.

