Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Zagreb, where Franjo Tudman Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ZAG to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
ZAG is around 7 miles from central Zagreb. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel close to ZAG? If you're boarding an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
67.18% of flights that leave from Franjo Tudman Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Sao Paulo
£317 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £561. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ZAG to Sao Paulo. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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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 16 miles. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Go where the road takes you with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from ZAG to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 6 miles from central Sao Paulo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 35 minutes or so.
Following your ZAG to Sao Paulo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CGH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
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 make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can help you lock in a better rate.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 60 miles from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by staying at a hotel near VCP after your ZAG to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Begin your trip without worrying about how to reach your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're after a specific make or model, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks before your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Travel to Sao Paulo during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ZAG to Sao Paulo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are highlights which should feature on every Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 310 miles north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 210 miles south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without a visit to Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.