Flying from Sao Paulo to Bangkok: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok departing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Touch down in Bangkok at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok ten hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Sao Paulo to Bangkok flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Bangkok
To pick up cheap Sao Paulo to Bangkok flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
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The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok, stay in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to BKK if you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Bangkok flight.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is roughly 21 kilometres from Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your Sao Paulo to Bangkok flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a taxi. Pick up a Don Mueang Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DMK will help you save.
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok. January is the most popular month for a trip to Bangkok. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok in January when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Bangkok, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Grand Palace, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Songkran Festival Silom are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.