Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours behind Munich, where Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located.
Leave enough time to make your flight from MUC to Sao Paulo. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from MUC to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You won't need a visa for Brazil if you hold a passport from Germany and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before organising your cheap tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
The journey from central Munich to MUC takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 33 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MUC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Sao Paulo
376 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 563 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MUC to Sao Paulo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to GRU if you're taking a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
As soon as your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 17 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is approximately 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 34 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from MUC to Sao Paulo:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Sao Paulo, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from MUC to Sao Paulo in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
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