Flying from Bucharest to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo jetting off from here.
When choosing where to land in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is five hours behind Bucharest.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Bucharest to Sao Paulo flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Bucharest to Sao Paulo flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Bucharest to Sao Paulo.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Bucharest to Sao Paulo flights.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a cinch to book a Bucharest to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
OTP is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is approximately 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is approximately 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 35 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near VCP. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH will help you save.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo and go directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Whether you'd like a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Browse wheels available here from names such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to get a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Sao Paulo in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Bucharest to Sao Paulo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Sao Paulo right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista are major attractions which should be on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
