Travelling from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport (VLC): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Sao Paulo. Check out your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when reserving your flight from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport (VLC).
Valencia Airport is located in Valencia. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 4 hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
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 VLC.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Sao Paulo to VLC that includes a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between GRU and VLC include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
GRU is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours and 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 97 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to VLC, chill out in one of these hotels close to Viracopos Airport:
About Valencia Airport (VLC)
If you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport, few things top 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 options near VLC:
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport to central Valencia is about 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport (VLC)
Book a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport from 286 € or travel return from just 566 €. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
To score cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to VLC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport (VLC)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Valencia. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Valencia. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo to VLC sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Valencia
Start your Valencia trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia Cathedral and Bioparc Valencia are attractions you won't want to skip in Valencia.
Complete your Valencia trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Valencia Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Valencia. Check out the deals and easily compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
