Cheap flights from Des Moines to São Paulo from £310

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2 stops
Sun, Apr 26
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo VCP
£310
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3 stops
Mon, Apr 20
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£316
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 23
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo VCP
£333
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 23
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£337
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1 stop
Sun, Apr 26
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo VCP
£353
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2 stops
Sun, Apr 26
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo VCP
£375
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 23 – Mon, Apr 27
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£683
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 23 – Mon, Apr 27
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£703
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3 stops
Mon, Apr 20 – Sun, Apr 26
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£738
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 23 – Mon, Apr 27
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£741
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 23 – Mon, Apr 27
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£761
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Thu, Apr 23 – Mon, Apr 27
Des Moines DSMSão Paulo GRU
£778
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How much do flights to São Paulo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£310

Cheapest round-trip

£683

Average round-trip

£771

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Allegiant Air

Getting from São Paulo airports to the city center

Fastest options: Airport Bus Service and taxi. Best value: public bus and metro connections.

São Paulo is served by two main airports offering various airport transfers to city center destinations. São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) lies 25 km northeast of central São Paulo and handles the majority of international and domestic flights. São Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is located just 8 km south of the city center and primarily serves domestic routes. Transport options include airport buses, metro connections, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times vary significantly depending on São Paulo's notorious traffic conditions, particularly during rush hours.

From São Paulo/Guarulhos – Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU)

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

60-120 min

R$55-R$75 (varies by destination; BRL 55–75 (USD 11–15))

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers to Paulista

90-120 min

R$5-R$10 (BRL 5–10 (USD 1–2); requires bus connection to station)

every 10–15 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

40-90 min

R$150-R$250 (fixed fare zones; BRL 150–250 (USD 30–50))

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

40-90 min

R$80-R$180 (surge pricing applies; BRL 80–180 (USD 16–36))

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

flexible pickup location

From São Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

25-40 min

R$5 (single fare; BRL 5 (USD 1))

every 3–6 min (traffic dependent)

fastest to Paulista area

20-60 min

R$40-R$100 (metered; BRL 40–100 (USD 8–20))

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

direct to any destination

20-60 min

R$25-R$70 (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

Depart from
Des Moines International
Arrive to
São Paulo–Guarulhos International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Santo Amaro (Guarujá)

Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to São Paulo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Allegiant AirAAYG4No
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
AzulAZUADYes
Gol Transportes AéreosGLOG3Yes
AviancaAVAAVNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in São Paulo

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January27°C20°C
February28°C19°C
March27°C19°C
April25°C17°C
May23°C15°C
June22°C14°C
July23°C13°C
August24°C14°C
September26°C16°C
October26°C17°C
November26°C17°C
December27°C19°C
Hottest Month
28°C
February
Coldest month
13°C
July
Sunny days
249
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Apr
24°C15°C
18 Apr
84%
27°C18°C
Sunday
12 Apr
27°C16°C
19 Apr
26°C18°C
Monday
13 Apr
86%
27°C17°C
20 Apr
26°C18°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
26°C18°C
21 Apr
26°C18°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
27°C17°C
22 Apr
79%
27°C18°C
Thursday
16 Apr
80%
28°C18°C
23 Apr
28°C17°C
Friday
17 Apr
84%
28°C19°C
24 Apr
81%
26°C20°C
Book your trip to arrive at São Paulo–Guarulhos International, São Paulo–Congonhas, or Viracopos International. The most popular airlines for this route are Allegiant Air, LATAM Airlines, Azul, Gol Transportes Aéreos, and Avianca. Des Moines and São Paulo have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Des Moines?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Des Moines and Las Vegas, Nashville, Phoenix, Istanbul, Austin, Santa Ana, Orlando, Guadalajara, Tampa, Houston, Sarasota, Shanghai, Winnipeg, Montreal, Kathmandu, Punta Gorda, Malé, Boston, Monrovia, Mexico City.
What are the most popular routes to and from São Paulo?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as São Paulo and London, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Florianópolis, Foz do Iguaçu, Johannesburg, Porto Alegre, Brasília, Buenos Aires, Belo Horizonte, Lisbon, Cape Town, Curitiba, Manaus, Los Angeles, Fortaleza, Recife, Atlanta, Lima, Manchester.
What airports are near Des Moines?
The main airport in Des Moines is Des Moines International. It is also served by Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway.
What airports are near São Paulo?
The main airport in São Paulo is São Paulo–Guarulhos International. It is also served by Aeroporto Internacional de São José dos Campos.
Which airlines fly between Des Moines and São Paulo?
Currently, you can fly between Des Moines and São Paulo with Allegiant Air, LATAM Airlines, Azul, Gol Transportes Aéreos, Avianca.
When’s the best time to travel between Des Moines and São Paulo?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Des Moines and São Paulo, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Des Moines and São Paulo?
Traveling between Des Moines and São Paulo, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Des Moines?
There are a number of airports in and around Des Moines. The main one is Des Moines International and other nearby airports include Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway
How many airports are there near São Paulo?
There are a number of airports in and around São Paulo. The main one is São Paulo–Guarulhos International and other nearby airports include Aeroporto Internacional de São José dos Campos.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Des Moines and São Paulo depart?
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