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How much do flights to São Paulo cost?
Getting from São Paulo airports to the city center
Fastest options: Airport Bus Service and taxi. Best value: public bus and metro connections.
How to get from São Paulo/Guarulhos – Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) to São Paulo?
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
60-120 min | varies by destination; BRL 55–75 (USD 11–15) | every 30–60 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers to Paulista | |
90-120 min | BRL 5–10 (USD 1–2); requires bus connection to station | every 10–15 min (traffic dependent) | lowest cost option | |
40-90 min | fixed fare zones; BRL 150–250 (USD 30–50) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
40-90 min | surge pricing applies; BRL 80–180 (USD 16–36) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | flexible pickup location |
How to get from São Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to São Paulo?
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
25-40 min | single fare; BRL 5 (USD 1) | every 3–6 min (traffic dependent) | fastest to Paulista area | |
20-60 min | metered; BRL 40–100 (USD 8–20) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | direct to any destination | |
20-60 min | surge pricing applies; BRL 25–70 (USD 5–14) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based convenience |
Notes:
- Prices in BRL; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- São Paulo traffic can significantly extend journey times, especially during rush hours (7–10 AM and 5–8 PM on weekdays).
- Congonhas Airport (CGH) has direct metro access via Line 5 (Lilás) at Congonhas station.
- Guarulhos Airport (GRU) does not have direct metro access; bus or taxi connections are required.
- Ride-hailing apps have designated pickup areas at both airports.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to São Paulo
Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to São Paulo
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | AAY | G4 | No |
| Copa Airlines | CMP | CM | Yes |
| Gol Transportes Aéreos | GLO | G3 | Yes |
| LATAM Airlines | LAN | LA | Yes |
| Azul | AZU | AD | Yes |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in São Paulo
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 27°C | 20°C |
| February | 28°C | 19°C |
| March | 27°C | 19°C |
| April | 25°C | 17°C |
| May | 23°C | 15°C |
| June | 22°C | 14°C |
| July | 23°C | 13°C |
| August | 24°C | 14°C |
| September | 26°C | 16°C |
| October | 26°C | 17°C |
| November | 26°C | 17°C |
| December | 27°C | 19°C |
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