Flying from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is two hours ahead of Cincinnati, where Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your CVG to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CVG to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
CVG is around 193 kilometres from central Cincinnati. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Of the flights that depart from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is $552. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,425. Keep 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 CVG to Sao Paulo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across the month and pick up an epic deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from CVG to Sao Paulo.
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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 around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CVG to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CGH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CVG to Sao Paulo flight:
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will take you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Find a hotel near VCP and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late CVG to Sao Paulo flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from VCP about four weeks ahead of your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CVG to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of top attractions to add to your Sao Paulo travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are key highlights.