Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Buffalo.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BUF to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from BUF to Sao Paulo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Buffalo, BUF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BUF:
74% of flights that depart Buffalo Niagara International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Sao Paulo
342 € is currently the best price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. Return plane tickets start from 630 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BUF to Sao Paulo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across each month and bag a fantastic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BUF to Sao Paulo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BUF to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 50 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BUF to Sao Paulo flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH will help you stay within budget.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo.
If you use public transport, the journey will take you about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by staying at a hotel near VCP after your BUF to Sao Paulo flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
About four weeks before your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
When booking your Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sao Paulo right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sao Paulo:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Sao Paulo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.
