Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be in the air for around 12 hours 5 minutes.
Frankfurt is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo, where Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located. Frankfurt observes the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). You can select from 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to FRA is the 18:15 Lufthansa option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:45 with LATAM Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your GRU to Frankfurt flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at GRU and travel nonstop to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt tickets.
Be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from GRU to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to GRU:
75.54% of flights taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Frankfurt
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt flight is C$513. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,038. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from GRU to Frankfurt by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organize your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Explore without limits with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Frankfurt and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from GRU to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near HHN. Settle in and get cozy after your GRU to Frankfurt flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before booking your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Frankfurt offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GRU to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are top attractions which should feature on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.