Travelling from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be travelling for around 10 hours 15 minutes.
Sao Paulo is two hours ahead of Toronto, where Toronto Pearson International Airport is located. Sao Paulo observes the UTC-3 timezone.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. Hop on Air Canada's 21:50 flight to get your trip from YYZ to GRU underway.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your YYZ to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Start your journey at YYZ and travel straight to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). That will be your arrival point when searching for Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets.
Air Canada is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near YYZ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
68% of flights that depart Toronto Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Sao Paulo
$317 is currently the best price for a one-way Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. Return plane tickets start at $649. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from YYZ to Sao Paulo by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for March. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from YYZ to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is about 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your YYZ to Sao Paulo flight:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is about 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near VCP. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your YYZ to Sao Paulo flight:
If you're searching for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
December is the quietest month for flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our selection of hotels including:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Sao Paulo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are among its highlights.