Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is five hours ahead of Portland, where Portland International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your PDX to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from PDX to Sao Paulo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
PDX is about 10 kilometres from central Portland. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near PDX:
83% of flights leaving Portland International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from PDX.
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sao Paulo
308 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 704 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from PDX to Sao Paulo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from PDX to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. After your flight from Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 50 minutes.
After stepping off your PDX to Sao Paulo flight, kick back at a hotel close to CGH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo.
The journey will take around 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by checking in to a hotel near VCP after your PDX to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from your travel day or just give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo for the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
December is the quietest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PDX 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Portland International Airport to Sao Paulo:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Sao Paulo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, its best 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. Start your sightseeing at Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.