Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
12 hours 35 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul is 6 hours ahead of Sao Paulo and operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport start at 00:05 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 23:00 option with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from 15 services every week between GRU and IST.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Look through the direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between GRU and IST:
London Heathrow Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from GRU to IST, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near GRU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from GRU to IST, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another international airport that services Istanbul. It could be a more convenient or cheaper choice depending on your plans, so it's worth looking into.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul is around 50 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Istanbul escape.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is $568. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $935. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from GRU to IST by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from GRU to IST in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.