Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
A direct flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport takes an average of 11 hours 50 minutes. The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is 4 hours behind Zurich.
Flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport start at 18:30 — the first with SWISS. The last flight of the day is the 22:40 service with SWISS. Overall, there are 10 weekly services from ZRH to GRU.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SWISS offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Sao Paulo — plus maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Brazil. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before locking in your cheap ticket from ZRH to GRU, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is $432. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,006. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from ZRH to GRU.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Zurich, Zurich Airport can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 22 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sao Paulo in May.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you'd like to explore Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from ZRH to GRU in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from ZRH to GRU, browse our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Complete your Sao Paulo trip with hotels and a car rental
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