Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is five hours behind Bucharest.
To avoid rushing for your OTP to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
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Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to OTP? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
71.27% of flights taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Sao Paulo
C$517 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. Return flight tickets start at C$996. These prices can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from OTP to Sao Paulo, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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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 roughly 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from OTP to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is about 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Following your OTP to Sao Paulo flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CGH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and be on your way in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport can get you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near VCP after your OTP to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Be in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida will get you on the road.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Sao Paulo in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OTP to Sao Paulo in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its top sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
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.