Flying from Sao Paulo to Brussels: what you need to know
Sao Paulo has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels departing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Touch down in Brussels at Brussels International Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Around 11 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Sao Paulo to Brussels flight.
Brussels's timezone is UTC+1, making Brussels four hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Brussels International Airport (BRU) is the most traveled route. When booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels, you can select from three services a week between GRU and BRU.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Sao Paulo to Brussels flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Brussels
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Sao Paulo to Brussels flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Sao Paulo to Brussels throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
You can get a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels taking off from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU). Start your journey at GRU and land at Brussels International Airport (BRU).
LATAM Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Sao Paulo to Brussels plane tickets leaving from GRU.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Sao Paulo to Brussels flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is about 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels? Relax in a hotel near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Brussels International Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Brussels International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and chase adventure across Brussels and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Brussels International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Brussels flight.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is about 40 kilometres from central Brussels. After your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels, unwind at a hotel near CRL. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CRL two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
September is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Brussels. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Brussels in March.
Book a Sao Paulo to Brussels ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Brussels to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Brussels around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Grand-Place of Brussels, Atomium and Royal Palace of Brussels are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be explored once you've seen Brussels. Around 48 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Musée de la Photographie, BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut and Le Bois du Cazier.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Saint Paul's Cathedral of Liège, Parc De La Citadelle and Parc de la Chartreuse.
