Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is five hours behind Athens.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to GRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATH and GRU:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is ج.م. 19,118. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 29,560. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to GRU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to GRU.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights that depart Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ATH:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ATH to GRU around that time if you like 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. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without seeing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
