Flying from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Sao Paulo's main airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) departing from either of these.
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport flight.
Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport is located in Natal. The city's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) is the most popular route. There are 44 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with LATAM Airlines at 11:15pm. Go for the first GRU to NAT departure with Gol at 8:20am if getting there sooner works for you.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sao Paulo to NAT, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) operate out of this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport with LATAM Airlines. This leading airline operates departures from GRU.
Most passengers prefer to fly with LATAM Airlines from GRU to NAT.
Gol is the most punctual carrier. An exceptional 84.49% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Consider starting your journey from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). You can book a direct Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) flight ticket with departures from this hub.
You can pick from a range of airlines operating direct flights from Sao Paulo to NAT departing from CGH. Get on board with any of these carriers and fly straight to your final stop:
LATAM Airlines ranks number one in bookings on the CGH to NAT route.
Gol is the most punctual carrier operating flights between Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to NAT flight:
73.8% of flights departing Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport arrive according to schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Get to your destination faster from Viracopos Airport (VCP). Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport can be booked from here.
You can fly out of VCP with Azul. This leading carrier offers direct Sao Paulo to NAT flight tickets.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between VCP and NAT is Azul.
Azul ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 86.14% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Viracopos Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down when they should. At VCP, that rate is 75.02%.
About Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
Arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport? Grab your luggage and head straight to the comfort of a hotel near NAT. Pousada e Posto Amigão and Pousada da Rotatória will have you in snooze mode sooner.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and experience the lesser-explored corners of Natal and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT) to central Natal
Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport to central Natal is about 19 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport is $166. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $252. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to NAT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT)
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport (NAT), while June is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Natal based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to NAT flight ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Natal to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Natal
Start your Natal trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Sao Goncalo do Amarante-Governador Aluizio Alves Intl Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Natal trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Natal, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey around 257 kilometres south to Recife to tick off its top sights. From Convent of Sao Francisco to Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Brazil, consider Jaboatão dos Guararapes, roughly 257 kilometres south of Natal. Piedade Beach, Muribeca dos Guararapes and Pedra do Xareu Beach are among the biggest draws.
