Flying from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is three hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Your VCP to OPO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Porto Airport (OPO)
308 € is currently the best price for a one-way Viracopos Airport to Porto Airport flight. Return flights start at 687 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from VCP to OPO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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Handy information about Viracopos Airport (VCP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Viracopos Airport, data shows 75.02% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Viracopos Airport from central Sao Paulo, it takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 97 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Viracopos Airport to Porto Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to VCP:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Viracopos Airport to Porto Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Follow your own route with a Porto Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and venture far and wide through Porto and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Porto Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Porto. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Viracopos Airport to Porto Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Porto. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Viracopos Airport to Porto Airport for August if you'd like to go to Porto during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VCP to OPO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Lisbon is just one of the many cities in Portugal waiting to be discovered once you've seen Porto. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.