Travelling from Washington DC to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's primary gateways.
Around 9 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Washington DC to Sao Paulo flight.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo one hour ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Washington DC to Sao Paulo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like February? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sao Paulo
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Washington DC to Sao Paulo flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
We make it a breeze to find a Washington DC to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 4 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
76.44% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo departing Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Nonstop connections from IAD will take you to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
United Airlines offers direct Washington DC to Sao Paulo plane tickets from IAD. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Washington DC to Sao Paulo flight, check out these options when heading out from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
IAD is about 25 miles from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You can reserve a ticket from Washington DC to Sao Paulo with a stop or two leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). These are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and Sao Paulo:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
BWI is around 25 miles from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 50 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Sao Paulo flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is approximately 13 miles from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 5 miles from the centre of Sao Paulo. After your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take around 35 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to VCP. Settle in and get cosy after your Washington DC to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 50 miles from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are reliable rental providers.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo to access the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Washington DC to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Sao Paulo in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are attractions you won't want to skip in Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 310 miles to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 210 miles south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without experiencing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.