Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo is 10 hours 30 minutes.
Sao Paulo is four hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Sao Paulo observes the UTC-3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take your pick of six services every week between these two airports. LATAM Airlines offers a 12:15 departure between BCN and GRU.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BCN to Sao Paulo flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your journey at BCN and travel straight to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). That will be your arrival point when searching for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo tickets.
Be on the lookout for promotions from LATAM Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BCN to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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BCN is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BCN:
80% of flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Sao Paulo
The best price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo flight is $520. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,248. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BCN to Sao Paulo.
April is the best month for landing an awesome deal on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks before your flight from BCN to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Once your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
Following your BCN to Sao Paulo flight, settle in at a hotel close to CGH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel near VCP. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your BCN to Sao Paulo flight:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, book your ride from VCP around four weeks before your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
December is the quietest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Sao Paulo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres northeast to Belo Horizonte to check off its must-visit sights. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.