Travelling from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.
Touch down at Minneapolis's major arrival point, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You will need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Brazil and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour and 22 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and Minneapolis:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in about 3 hours and 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 97 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis? Check in to a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 26 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to MSP if you're taking a late flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis
298 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. A return flight starts at 549 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis.
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Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month to visit Minneapolis. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Minneapolis to range from 14ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -1ºC.
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Minneapolis itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Complete your Minneapolis trip with a car rental
Discover our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Minneapolis. Whether you want an SUV, a compact ride or something that makes a statement, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.