Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is 13 hours behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located. Sao Paulo operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from BNE to Sao Paulo.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it easy to find a flight from BNE to Sao Paulo that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you have a passport from Australia and are travelling to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo.
Travelling from central Brisbane to BNE takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near BNE? If you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sao Paulo
$898 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo. Return flights start at $1,784. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from BNE to Sao Paulo, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo across each month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes about 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 17 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 34 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CGH. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from BNE to Sao Paulo at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Sao Paulo, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo for February to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BNE to Sao Paulo in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Brisbane Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
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