Travelling from Tokyo to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's major gateways.
Sao Paulo is 12 hours behind Tokyo and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you make it on your Tokyo to Sao Paulo flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Sao Paulo
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Tokyo to Sao Paulo flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Tokyo to Sao Paulo flights departing from Haneda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
HND is about 14 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Haneda Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Haneda Airport, data shows 73.52% of flights complete their journey on time.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Break up your Tokyo to Sao Paulo flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Narita International Airport and Sao Paulo are:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
NRT is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo? Relax in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to VCP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo and head directly to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Whether you're searching for a budget-friendly compact for a solo trip or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Viracopos Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available from providers such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo for the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Sao Paulo. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Sao Paulo in April.
Lock in a Tokyo to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tokyo to Sao Paulo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are just two of the top attractions to put on your Sao Paulo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Paulista Avenue.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its top attractions. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Curitiba is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without visiting Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.