Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is 12 hours behind Tokyo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your NRT to GRU flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Narita International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NRT and GRU:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Right now, $520 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Narita International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,135. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from NRT to GRU, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from NRT to GRU.
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Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
70.53% of flights that depart Narita International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Narita International Airport is about 64 kilometers from central Tokyo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near NRT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Narita International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
If you're arriving on a late Narita International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometers from the center of Sao Paulo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Narita International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Sao Paulo in April.
When booking your flight from Narita International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NRT to GRU sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 499 kilometers north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometers south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without dropping by Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.