Flying from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo one hour ahead of Indianapolis.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IND to GRU flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IND and GRU include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
$347 is currently the best price for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Return flights start at $709. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from IND to GRU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IND to GRU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
Handy information about Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
IND's address is 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Indianapolis International Airport, 79.86% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Indianapolis to Indianapolis International Airport is around 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to IND:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Book a hotel near GRU if you're on a late Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running 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 main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
From Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo is approximately 26 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center by car.
Getting to the center on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Sao Paulo in April.
When booking your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IND to GRU in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel around 499 kilometers north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its top sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, about 338 kilometers south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.