Travelling from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
The timezone in Jacksonville is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Sao Paulo. Jacksonville International Airport is located in Jacksonville.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to JAX.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to JAX. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights that depart Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can reach CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to JAX flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Viracopos Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of VCP is 75.02%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to JAX if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jacksonville International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Thrifty or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jacksonville and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport flight.
The address for JAX is 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Getting from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to central Jacksonville
Jacksonville International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Jacksonville. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport is 292 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 609 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Sao Paulo to JAX, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Visit Jacksonville in May for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Jacksonville is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Sao Paulo to JAX plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jacksonville
Start your Jacksonville trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Jacksonville International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your Jacksonville visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
Explore more of the United States
Tampa is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jacksonville. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
Orlando is another essential stop in the United States and is around 225 kilometres south of Jacksonville. No trip is complete without a visit to Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.