Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo is three hours ahead of Chicago, where Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located. Sao Paulo observes the UTC-3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). You can select from seven weekly services between these two airports. United Airlines offers a 18:00 departure between ORD and GRU.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ORD to Sao Paulo flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket. Begin your trip at ORD and arrive at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Be on the lookout for promotions from United Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ORD to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
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ORD is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to ORD? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sao Paulo
£191 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £356. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ORD to Sao Paulo.
The best month for finding cheap Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
Picking up a cheap flight from ORD to Sao Paulo is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a new discount appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kms (16 miles). It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kms (6 miles) from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
After stepping off your ORD to Sao Paulo flight, kick back at a hotel near CGH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can help you lock in a better rate.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) is about 97 kms (60 miles) from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo.
The journey takes around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel near VCP. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your ORD to Sao Paulo flight:
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo for the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Book your Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Sao Paulo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 499 kms (310 miles) northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Around 338 kms (210 miles) southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
