Flying from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo is 5 hours 10 minutes.
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Lima.
The most popular route is from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). You can select from 33 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LIM to GRU is the 00:15 Sky Airline option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:15 with LATAM Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your LIM to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Direct Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets are available for booking. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is where you'll be landing.
Get on board with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from LIM to Sao Paulo. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The journey from central Lima to LIM takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LIM:
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LIM land on schedule 82% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Sao Paulo
189 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return plane ticket starts from 335 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LIM to Sao Paulo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from LIM to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez 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 travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 50 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LIM to Sao Paulo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Book a hotel close to VCP and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late LIM to Sao Paulo flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo is a good time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're more likely to get a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
December is the quietest month for flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIM to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of big attractions to put on your Sao Paulo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without visiting Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.