Travelling from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA): what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Sao Paulo's main airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) jetting off from either of these.
3 hours 11 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport.
Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is located in Joao Pessoa. The city's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Sao Paulo.
With 45 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) is the most popular route. GOL Linhas Aéreas operates the earliest flight at 08:15. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from GRU to JPA is with GOL Linhas Aéreas at 23:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to JPA.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) take off from this terminal.
When departing from GRU, you can catch a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport with GOL Linhas Aéreas.
From central Sao Paulo, GRU is approximately 26 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) operates nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA).
Top airlines that have direct flights from Sao Paulo to JPA jetting off from VCP include:
You can get to VCP from central Sao Paulo in approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to JPA, chill out in one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport:
About Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to JPA if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) to central Joao Pessoa
From Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport, Joao Pessoa is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is Rs21,353. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs39,703. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to JPA, reserve your journey 8 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to JPA.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Joao Pessoa. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Sao Paulo to JPA for February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Joao Pessoa to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Joao Pessoa
Start your Joao Pessoa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Picaozinho - Embarcacao Pirata, Centro Historico de Joao Pessoa and Cabo Branco Beach are must-visits when exploring Joao Pessoa.
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