Flying from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo one hour ahead of Cleveland.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CLE to GRU flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CLE and GRU include:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight is $524. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,151. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CLE to GRU if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
CLE is located at 5300 Riverside Drive.
Of all flights leaving Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, 76.58% land on time at their destination.
To get to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport from central Cleveland, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CLE? If you're boarding an early flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reserve a hotel near GRU if you're on a late Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sao Paulo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to central Sao Paulo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport for February if you want to go to Sao Paulo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CLE to GRU around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.