Flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is located in Bangkok. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is ten hours behind Bangkok.
To avoid rushing for your BKK to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BKK to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to BKK? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've found for a one-way Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is $969. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,805. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BKK to Sao Paulo if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket.
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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 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from BKK to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 50 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BKK to Sao Paulo flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at CGH can get you a lower rate.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo and head straight for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near VCP after your BKK to Sao Paulo flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
If you're looking for a specific model or make, book your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
December is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BKK to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are top sights which should feature on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without seeing Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.