Flying from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Oslo, where Oslo Airport Gardermoen is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your OSL to Sao Paulo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from OSL to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
OSL is about 40 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near OSL:
Of the flights that depart from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Sao Paulo
C$556 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo flight. A return ticket right now is C$1,051. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from OSL to Sao Paulo. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Landing cheap tickets from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up a sweet deal.
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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 central Sao Paulo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from OSL to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 35 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near CGH. Unwind and get cozy after your OSL to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is around 97 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel near VCP. Get comfortable at one of these options after your OSL to Sao Paulo flight:
Whether you want a budget-friendly compact for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from providers such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before scheduling your flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Sao Paulo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from OSL to Sao Paulo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are top attractions which should feature on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including 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. Experience major highlights starting with Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.