Travelling from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your CGH to PNZ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)
C$165 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Petrolina International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$371. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CGH to PNZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Petrolina International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CGH to PNZ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Petrolina International Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Of the flights that depart from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport, 73.8% land on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Petrolina International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CGH:
Arriving at Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)
Consider staying in a hotel near PNZ if you're taking a late Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Petrolina International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Petrolina International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Movida, Localiza or National and find adventure across Petrolina and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Petrolina International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Petrolina International Airport (PNZ) to central Petrolina
Petrolina International Airport to the centre of Petrolina has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)
January is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Petrolina International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Petrolina in April.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Petrolina International Airport for October if you'd like to go to Petrolina during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGH to PNZ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Petrolina has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Petrolina, a trip to Salvador will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Pelourinho, Mercado Modelo and Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Petrolina, Aracaju is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Atalaia Beach, Orla de Atalaia and Olimpio Campos Palace.