Flying from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Sao Paulo. Check out your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Sao Paulo.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Sao Paulo to DEL. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to DEL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
GRU is around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
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Of all flights leaving Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% touch down on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
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73.8% of flights taking off from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is roughly 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of VCP is 75.02%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DEL:
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For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Central New Delhi is roughly 10 kilometres from Indira Gandhi International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
$998 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Return flights start at $1,424. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to DEL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to New Delhi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your Sao Paulo to DEL flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about New Delhi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New Delhi right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Indira Gandhi International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. India Gate, India Gate View and Park India Gate are top sights which should feature on any good New Delhi itinerary.
Explore more of India
New Delhi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-west of New Delhi, a visit to Jaipur will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like City Palace, Amber Fort and Jaipur.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of New Delhi, Ludhiana is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.