Flying from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Sao Paulo has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is three hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to ABZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Whether you want to visit another city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to ABZ.
GRU is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to ABZ flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.8%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
The trip to VCP from central Sao Paulo is around 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Viracopos Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land without delays. At VCP, that rate is 75.02%.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near ABZ:
Pick up an Aberdeen International Airport rental car and discover Aberdeen and beyond with your own wheels. Drivalia, Alamo and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport flight.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Central Aberdeen is around 8 kilometres from Aberdeen International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
At the moment, 314 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 726 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to ABZ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Cheap Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). Visit Aberdeen in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Sao Paulo to ABZ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Aberdeen, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Aberdeen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Aberdeen right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Aberdeen International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Aberdeen when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at St. Andrew's Cathedral followed by Aberdeen beach front and RSPB Dolphinwatch.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Glasgow is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Aberdeen. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
Edinburgh is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 153 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen. No trip is complete without a visit to Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.
