Traveling from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) heading out from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
The timezone in Austin is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Sao Paulo. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located in Austin.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to AUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to AUS departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can reach CGH from central Sao Paulo in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometers or so.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Sao Paulo to AUS flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.8%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Viracopos Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of VCP is 75.02%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near AUS and hit the pillow fast:
Pick up an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car and explore Austin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Easirent are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight.
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to central Austin is about 11 kilometers. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
$271 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. A return flight starts from $505. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to AUS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
July is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Visit Austin in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to AUS plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Austin to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Austin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Austin right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport:
Your trip to Austin wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Explore more of the United States
Austin will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometers east of Austin, a visit to Houston will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston.
San Antonio is another standout destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometers south-west of Austin. No trip is complete without dropping by The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
