Flying from Rome to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the two main airports in Rome.
Touch down in Sao Paulo at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
12 hours 7 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Rome to Sao Paulo. Operating on the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is 4 hours behind Rome.
The most popular route for flights from Rome to Sao Paulo is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Choose from 26 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to GRU is the 09:40 ITA Airways service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:30 with ITA Airways.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo, leave 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 standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You don't need a visa for Brazil if you hold a passport from Italy and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Rome to Sao Paulo, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Rome to Sao Paulo, you can depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Travel from FCO to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) in one seamless trip.
When leaving from FCO, you can take a direct flight from Rome to Sao Paulo with ITA Airways.
We make it easy to find a flight from Rome to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 20 miles from central Rome, FCO can be reached in approximately 39 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 51 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Sao Paulo include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can arrive at CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 11 miles or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo? Kick back in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo is around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 miles away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 22 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rome to Sao Paulo, few things beat 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 hotels near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
As soon as your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 17 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 6 miles from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 34 minutes.
You'll find some cosy hotels where you can make a pit stop near CGH. Unwind after your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sao Paulo
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sao Paulo is £244. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £342. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from Rome to Sao Paulo, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Rome to Sao Paulo is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Rome to Sao Paulo. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
May is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Rome to Sao Paulo in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Sao Paulo sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sao Paulo right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Sao Paulo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Paulista Avenue.
Complete your Sao Paulo trip with a car rental
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