Travelling from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) flying out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
The timezone in Havana is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Sao Paulo. Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana.
Your flight from Sao Paulo to HAV won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more travellers during high season, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Sao Paulo to HAV with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GRU and HAV include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to HAV flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Viracopos Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down without delays. At VCP, that figure is 75.02%.
About Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Reserve a hotel near HAV if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Right now, $262 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $562. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to HAV. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), while August is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Havana based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Sao Paulo to HAV flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport in January when temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Havana
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Havana right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Jose Marti International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Havana when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Paseo del Malecón followed by Old Havana and La habana.
Explore more of Cuba
Santa Clara is just one of the many cities in Cuba waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Havana. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Cuba, head for Pinar del Río, about 145 kilometres south-west of Havana. Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park are highlights.