Travelling from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's primary gateways.
Book a direct Frankfurt to Sao Paulo flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
Sao Paulo is four hours behind Frankfurt and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). You can select from 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from FRA to GRU is the 20:50 LATAM Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 22:05 with Lufthansa.
To ensure you get on your Frankfurt to Sao Paulo flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo
Lock in cheap Frankfurt to Sao Paulo flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo jetting off from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Start your journey at FRA and end it at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Lock in your Frankfurt to Sao Paulo plane tickets with LATAM Airlines. This carrier is a popular choice for direct flights from FRA.
We make it a cinch to book a Frankfurt to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Consider adding a stop at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). It's a major stopover on a Frankfurt to Sao Paulo flight departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to get a snack at the airport.
HHN is around 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo? Kick back in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
53.13% of flights leaving Frankfurt - Hahn Airport 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 roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
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.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is around 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 35 minutes.
After your flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo, unwind at a hotel close to VCP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can get you a lower rate.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo and head directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Whether you'd like a zippy mini for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the perfect Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Browse wheels available from providers such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from VCP around four weeks before your flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Sao Paulo in April.
Lock in a Frankfurt to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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 as soon as you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Sao Paulo:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are must-do's during your Sao Paulo adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without experiencing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
