Flying from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Sao Paulo. Explore your options leaving from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) when booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the primary point of entry to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is two hours behind Sao Paulo and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Sao Paulo to Philadelphia flight.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia
To pick up cheap Sao Paulo to Philadelphia flights, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Sao Paulo to Philadelphia flights leaving from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
71% of flights departing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia? Kick back in a hotel near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia, nothing beats 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 accommodation options near PHL:
Follow your own route with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and see more of Philadelphia and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Philadelphia flight.
PHL is situated at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is around 48 kilometres from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Once your flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia, tuck yourself in at a hotel near TTN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Budget, National and Enterprise make collecting a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car simple. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN can land you a better rate.
You'll find Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia. To skip the crowds, head to Philadelphia in March.
Book a Sao Paulo to Philadelphia ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Philadelphia, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are a couple of major attractions to put on your Philadelphia travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 129 kilometres northeast to New York to check off its top attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.