Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours behind Zagreb, where Franjo Tudman Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from ZAG to Sao Paulo, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You don't need a visa for Brazil if you hold a passport from Croatia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Franjo Tudman 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.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Zagreb, ZAG can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 58 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ZAG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo is 347 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 608 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ZAG to Sao Paulo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you're taking a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 17 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 34 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from ZAG to Sao Paulo:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Before booking a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ZAG to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
After locking in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
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