Flying from Sao Paulo to Melbourne: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne flying out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Come in for landing at Melbourne's chief entry point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
To ensure you catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
When travelling to Australia for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you have a passport from Brazil. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your trip. When booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Hamad International Airport (DOH) is an option if you're setting off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in approximately 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes 1 hour and 16 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne, unwind in one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport:
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
It typically takes 42 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne, expect a drive time of approximately 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Melbourne
$1,201 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Melbourne. Return flights start at $2,369. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Melbourne if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Melbourne. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Sao Paulo to Melbourne in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Melbourne sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Melbourne travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Eureka Skydeck 88.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Melbourne. Whether you want a compact ride, spacious sedan or something with all the extras, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.