Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo four hours behind Amsterdam.
Flights from AMS to GRU start at 10:55 — the first with KLM. The last departure is at 13:00 with KLM. In total, you can choose from ten weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to GRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Travelling to Sao Paulo (and then seeing more of Brazil!) is a cinch with KLM. This popular airline has direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with KLM on this route.
KLM ranks as the top on-time carrier for AMS to GRU flights, with 83.61% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AMS and GRU:
Frankfurt Airport
Zurich Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is 371 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 552 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from AMS to GRU by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AMS to GRU by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights leaving Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reserve a hotel near GRU if you're catching a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure 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.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to central Sao Paulo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Sao Paulo. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to GRU in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.
