Travelling from Sao Paulo to Vancouver: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
When jetting into Vancouver, hop off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is another major hub in this city.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you hold a passport from Brazil, you'll need a visa to visit Canada. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from Sao Paulo to Vancouver departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
GRU is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and Vancouver:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 1 hour and 16 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver:
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. After your flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver, allow for a drive time of approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
The journey will take about 16 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver, rest your head at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Vancouver
Right now, 271 € is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Vancouver. The cheapest price for a return flight is 592 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Vancouver. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
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Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Vancouver. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Vancouver in May.
Before locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver, consider the type of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Vancouver in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver:
Stanley Park and Granville Island are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Vancouver itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Science World.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Vancouver. Whether you're searching for an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.