Flying from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport (LEC) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo and Lencois (where Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LEC to Sao Paulo flight.
If you're flying during a public holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
LEC is around 14 kilometers from central Lencois. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Of all flights leaving Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport, 56.25% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport (LEC) to Sao Paulo
$136 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $298. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LEC to Sao Paulo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices throughout the month and walk away with an epic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LEC to Sao Paulo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the center of Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes by car. The center is roughly 26 kilometers away.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Fast-track your 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 main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from LEC to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down, you can get to the city center in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometers from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LEC to Sao Paulo flight:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH can help you lock in a better rate.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo and head straight for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometers from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the center, head for a hotel near VCP. Settle in at one of these stays after your LEC to Sao Paulo flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are dependable companies for booking.
If you're after a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from VCP about four weeks ahead of your flight from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Travel to Sao Paulo during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket with a departure in February to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LEC to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Sao Paulo right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Coronel Horacio de Mattos Airport to Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. About 499 kilometers north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Around 338 kilometers south-west of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
