Travelling from Bucharest to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Bucharest. Check out your options departing from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) or Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU) when planning your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo.
Step off your plane in Sao Paulo at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Sao Paulo is five hours behind Bucharest and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Bucharest to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo
To pick up cheap Bucharest to Sao Paulo flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Bucharest to Sao Paulo flights departing from Bucharest Otopeni Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
OTP is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Bucharest Otopeni Airport:
78% of flights leaving from Bucharest Otopeni Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Bucharest Baneasa Airport (BBU)
BBU is about 8 kilometres from central Bucharest. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo, kick back in one of these hotels near Bucharest Baneasa Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Bucharest Baneasa Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82%.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is around 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 50 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Around four weeks before your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to secure your ride from VCP. You're more likely to land a better deal or get access to early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Bucharest to Sao Paulo tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Sao Paulo in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Av. Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Pampulha Modern Ensemble, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Botanical Garden of Curitiba.
