Travelling from Istanbul to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
When it comes to landing in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the primary hubs.
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo is 13 hours 16 minutes. Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo 6 hours behind Istanbul.
With 15 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo with Turkish Airlines at 10:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from IST to GRU is with Turkish Airlines at 14:30.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
You won't need a visa for Brazil if you have a passport from Türkiye (Turkey) and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Take off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) on a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo. From IST, you can land directly at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo departing from IST.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, here's where you can stop when taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 57 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo is about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). As soon as your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 17 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 34 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Kick back after your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Sao Paulo is 322 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 694 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap tickets from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, book your journey 8 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Sao Paulo is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Take advantage of filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
May is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
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. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Sao Paulo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Paulista Avenue.
Complete your Sao Paulo trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo. Whether you're after an SUV, a compact ride or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.