Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 55 minutes.
Sao Paulo is five hours behind Cape Town and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Every week, there are three Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, go for the 12:40 South African Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 12:50 with South African Airways.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CPT to GRU flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Sao Paulo (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a breeze with South African Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with South African Airways on this route.
Among carriers operating CPT to GRU flights, South African Airways has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CPT and GRU include:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Rs115,078 is the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs155,673. These prices can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from CPT to GRU by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of CPT.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CPT to GRU sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
