Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Viracopos Airport (VCP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio De Janeiro.
Choose from 138 weekly Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport flights. The 00:45 departure with Gol is the earliest flight you can take. Gol operates the latest service of the day at 23:25.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your GIG to VCP flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Azul is your gateway to discovering Sao Paulo (and perhaps some other great parts of Brazil!). Browse the direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Azul on this route.
Gol is the most punctual carrier that offers GIG to VCP flights. An exceptional 85.11% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
£24 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport flight. Return flights start at £43. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from GIG to VCP by booking at least nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, data shows 79.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Rio De Janeiro to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to GIG:
Arriving at Viracopos Airport (VCP)
If you're coming in on a late Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near VCP:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Viracopos Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to central Sao Paulo
From Viracopos Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 60 miles away. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sao Paulo. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Viracopos Airport for February if you want to explore Sao Paulo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GIG to VCP in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 310 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you want to check out another corner of Brazil, consider Curitiba, roughly 210 miles south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.