Traveling from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Frederic Chopin Airport is located in Warsaw. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is four hours behind Warsaw.
Leave enough time to make your WAW to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
WAW is around 8 kilometers from central Warsaw. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to WAW:
When it comes to Frederic Chopin Airport's on-time performance, 77.68% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Sao Paulo
$445 is currently the best price for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return flight ticket starts from $905. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from WAW to Sao Paulo, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes about 30 minutes by car. The center is roughly 26 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your flight from WAW to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The center of Sao Paulo is around 10 kilometers from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
Following your WAW to Sao Paulo flight, unwind at a hotel near CGH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 97 kilometers from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city center by car after your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near VCP after your WAW to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted companies here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
If you're after a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from VCP about four weeks before your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Sao Paulo in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WAW to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are highlights which should feature on any good Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometers away to the north-east, top sights here include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometers south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.