Flying from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is five hours ahead of Vancouver. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo.
Your flight from Vancouver to GRU won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can get to CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 10 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base the day before your Vancouver to GRU flight:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Abbotsford International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 68%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near GRU and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, central Sao Paulo is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Right now, R 5,359 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,122. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to GRU, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). January is when most people travel to Sao Paulo. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in September.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Vancouver to GRU plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras.
Around 145 kilometres northwest of Sao Paulo, Piracicaba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.
