Flying from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the primary gateways.
Sao Paulo is five hours ahead of Nanaimo and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your Nanaimo to Sao Paulo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo
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Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and see more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is located around 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 35 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near VCP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will help you stay within budget.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo and go directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Whether you're after a zippy compact just for you or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Browse wheels available here from companies such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're searching for a specific model or make, book your ride from VCP around four weeks before your flight from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Nanaimo to Sao Paulo, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Sao Paulo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Avenida Paulista.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to check off its leading attractions. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
