Flying from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport.
Foz do Iguaçu's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Sao Paulo.
Flights from VCP to IGU start at 08:10 — the first with Azul. The last departure is at 22:00 with Azul. Overall, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your VCP to IGU flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Getting to Foz do Iguaçu (and then seeing more of Brazil!) is a cinch with Azul. This popular airline offers direct flights from Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Azul.
The most punctual carrier that offers VCP to IGU flights is Azul. Its services land as scheduled 66.45% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
Currently, R 1,545 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,165. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from VCP to IGU by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Viracopos Airport (VCP)
When it comes to Viracopos Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.02% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Sao Paulo to Viracopos Airport is approximately 97 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near VCP? If you're catching an early flight from Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IGU instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Cataratas International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and experience more of Foz do Iguaçu and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cataratas International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to central Foz do Iguaçu
Cataratas International Airport to the centre of Foz do Iguaçu has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The quietest month for a flight from Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Foz do Iguaçu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Viracopos Airport to Cataratas International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Foz do Iguaçu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VCP to IGU in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Foz do Iguaçu, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Londrina to tick off its must-visit sights. From Igapo Lake to Jardim Botanico de Londrina and Londrina Metropolitan Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 338 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu, Maringa is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Catedral Basilica Menor Nossa Senhora da Gloria, Parque Alfredo Nyffler and Inga Park.