Travelling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Curitiba are in the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
You can choose from 112 weekly Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Azul is the earliest available. Gol operates the latest service of the day at 22:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GRU to CWB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Curitiba (and then other corners of Brazil) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Azul is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating GRU to CWB flights is Azul. Its services land as scheduled 75.96% of the time.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a sought-after stop between GRU and CWB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport flight is 23 €. A return ticket right now is 50 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GRU to CWB.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport from central Sao Paulo, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to GRU:
Arriving at Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CWB instead:
Pick up an Afonso Pena International Airport rental car and discover Curitiba and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Afonso Pena International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB) to central Curitiba
From Afonso Pena International Airport, Curitiba is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Curitiba. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Curitiba is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Afonso Pena International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GRU to CWB in July. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Curitiba, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Travel around 338 kilometres north-east to Sao Paulo to tick off its leading sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Brazil, head for Guarulhos, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Curitiba. Parque Bom Clima, Morrinho do GRU Airport and Bosquinho are among its highlights.