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Cheap Flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Sao Paulo (SAOA)

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Flight deals from Zurich to Sao Paulo

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Sao Paulo.$962 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Iberia and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Zurich on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $962, select.
Sao Paulo.$964 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Iberia and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Zurich on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $964, select.
Sao Paulo.$983 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Zurich on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $983, select.
Sao Paulo.$984 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $984, select.
Sao Paulo.$985 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $985, select.
Sao Paulo.$988 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $988, select.
Sao Paulo.$988 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $988, select.
Sao Paulo.$990 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Zurich on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $990, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $1,152
Jun
from $988
Jul
from $1,422
Aug
from $1,295
Sep
from $964
Oct
from $984
Nov
from $985
Dec
from $1,172
Jan
from $1,104
Feb
from $1,092
Mar
from $1,071
Apr
from $1,324

Direct flights from Zurich to Sao Paulo

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Zurich to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$962
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineSingapore Airlines
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Sao Paulo is $962. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Sao Paulo.
Singapore Airlines and SWISS fly direct from Zurich to Sao Paulo.
As of May 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Zurich to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Sao Paulo is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Guarulhos – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from $962.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sao Paulo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. February is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Iberia and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sao Paulo.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 12 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo.

  • The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.

  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most traveled route, with 10 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from ZRH to GRU is with SWISS at 22:40. Go for the first departure operated by SWISS at 22:30 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from ZRH to Sao Paulo.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can book a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo that touches down at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from SWISS. This carrier operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo.

  • If you hold a passport from Switzerland and plan to travel to Brazil for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo.

  • ZRH is around 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes.

  • In search of a handy hotel near ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Sao Paulo

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo is $437. The cheapest price for a return flight is $962. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from ZRH to Sao Paulo by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for flight tickets from ZRH to Sao Paulo every day.

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Airports in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes about 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 22 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. After your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 17 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 34 minutes.

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CGH. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ZRH to Sao Paulo at one of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.

  • When booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Sao Paulo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from ZRH to Sao Paulo sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

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