Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
London City Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is three hours behind London.
To avoid rushing for your LCY to Sao Paulo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LCY to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
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Located around 10 kilometres from central London, LCY can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near LCY. Whether you've booked an early flight from London City Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to London City Airport's on-time performance, 74.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Sao Paulo
$596 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return ticket right now is $1,177. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LCY to Sao Paulo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London City Airport to Sao Paulo across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London City Airport to Sao Paulo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Explore without limits with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Sao Paulo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from LCY to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is located around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from London City Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 35 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near CGH. Kick back and get cosy after your LCY to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Score the best price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from London City Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Find a hotel near VCP and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late LCY to Sao Paulo flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey by picking up a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are dependable companies for booking.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from VCP about four weeks ahead of your flight from London City Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Before you book your flights from London City Airport to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Sao Paulo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a London City Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket with a departure in February to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCY to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are popular attractions which should feature on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are key reasons to visit.