Travelling from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is four hours ahead of Tucson, where Tucson International Airport is located. Sao Paulo follows the UTC-3 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your TUS to Sao Paulo flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
TUS is about 16 kilometres from central Tucson. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 3 hours 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to TUS:
Tucson International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from TUS arrive at their destination as scheduled 84.8% of the time.
TUS is located at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
How to find the cheapest flights from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Sao Paulo
395 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return ticket right now is 732 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from TUS to Sao Paulo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and find adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from TUS to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your TUS to Sao Paulo flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will help you save.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport will get you there in about 3 hours 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, head for a hotel close to VCP. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your TUS to Sao Paulo flight:
Start your trip without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted names here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're after a specific make or model, lock in your ride from VCP about four weeks ahead of your flight from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Visit Sao Paulo during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TUS to Sao Paulo in July if you want to travel 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 searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Tucson International Airport to Sao Paulo:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its popular sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without seeing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
