Traveling from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport (SAN): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.
San Diego is four hours behind Sao Paulo. San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to SAN.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SAN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 26 kilometers from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, 75.54% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is about 10 kilometers from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Sao Paulo to SAN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport:
73.8% of flights taking off from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the center of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so 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. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of VCP is 75.02%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SAN:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Diego and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport flight.
SAN is located at N Harbor Dr.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport to the center of San Diego is about 3 kilometers. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 20 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Currently, $297 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $486. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to SAN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
July is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Plan your visit to San Diego in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Sao Paulo to SAN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport in February when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to San Diego International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of things to do in San Diego when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to San Diego Zoo followed by San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometers north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, consider Long Beach, roughly 145 kilometers north-west of San Diego. SkyThrills! - Fly a Real Fighter Aircraft & Become A Fighter Pilot For A Day! Long Beach, CA, Queen Mary and The Queen Mary are key reasons to visit.
