Travelling from Dallas to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo jetting off from here.
Touch down in Sao Paulo at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Around 10 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Dallas to Sao Paulo flight.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Dallas.
The most popular route for flights from Dallas to Sao Paulo is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take your pick of seven weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from DFW to GRU is the 19:15 American Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last scheduled departure is at 20:25 with American Airlines.
To ensure you board your Dallas to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
If you're heading away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Sao Paulo
At the moment, £190 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Sao Paulo. The cheapest price for a return flight is £347. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap Dallas to Sao Paulo flights by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Dallas to Sao Paulo is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can get a direct flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Start your journey at DFW and end it at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Reserve your Dallas to Sao Paulo plane tickets with American Airlines. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from DFW.
We make it a breeze to find a Dallas to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Located around 16 miles from central Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.22% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is approximately 13 miles from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Follow your own route with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 5 miles from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to VCP. Kick back after your Dallas to Sao Paulo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and set off in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 50 miles from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're after a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Dallas to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Dallas to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Dallas to Sao Paulo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are just two of the major attractions to put on your Sao Paulo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Paulista Avenue.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 310 miles to the north-east, popular attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another sought-after destination in Brazil and is around 210 miles south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without seeing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.