Traveling from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport.
Sao Paulo and Rio De Janeiro share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Each week, there are 125 Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, pick the 06:00 Azul flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:25 with Azul.
To ensure you catch your VCP to SDU flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling to Rio De Janeiro (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a breeze with Azul. This popular airline has direct flights from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Azul.
Azul is the most punctual carrier operating VCP to SDU flights, with 77.89% of its services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Right now, $45 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $95. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book nine months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VCP to SDU.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Finding cheap flights from VCP to SDU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Viracopos Airport (VCP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Viracopos Airport, data shows 75.02% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Viracopos Airport from central Sao Paulo, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 97 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to VCP:
Arriving at Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
If you're coming in on a late Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SDU:
Travel at your own pace with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Santos Dumont Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro
Santos Dumont Airport is roughly 2 kilometers from the center of Rio De Janeiro. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VCP to SDU in July. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio De Janeiro has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 354 kilometers west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
Around 338 kilometers north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favorite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
