Traveling from Shanghai to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Step off your plane in Sao Paulo at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Sao Paulo is 11 hours behind Shanghai and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Shanghai to Sao Paulo flight.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo
To find cheap Shanghai to Sao Paulo flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to find a Shanghai to Sao Paulo flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
PVG is around 32 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78.11% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 13 kilometers from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 21 kilometers. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo. Book one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 8 kilometers from central Sao Paulo. After your flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city center in 35 minutes or so.
After your flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo, kick back at a hotel close to VCP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Head to the city center after your flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometers from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Start your travels without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable companies here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Shanghai to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Sao Paulo in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Avenida Paulista are must-do's during your Sao Paulo adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometers to the north-east, popular attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometers south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.