Flying from Bucharest to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo departing from here.
Hop off your plane in Sao Paulo at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is five hours behind Bucharest.
To ensure you catch your Bucharest to Sao Paulo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Bucharest to Sao Paulo flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Bucharest to Sao Paulo.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Bucharest to Sao Paulo flights.
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it a breeze to book a Bucharest to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is approximately 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Book a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is approximately 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). As soon as your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
The journey will take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to VCP. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo.
Public transport can take you there in about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are dependable companies for booking.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Sao Paulo in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Bucharest to Sao Paulo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Paulo right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.