Flying from Sao Paulo to London: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Sao Paulo to London. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
London has a variety of airports you can fly into. Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). Alternatively, touch down at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
A direct flight from Sao Paulo to London takes an average of 11 hours 21 minutes. The timezone in London is UTC+0, meaning it's 3 hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
The most popular route for flights from Sao Paulo to London is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can choose from 37 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to LHR is the 16:00 British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 23:50 with LATAM Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to London.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you hold a passport from Brazil and are travelling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to London.
Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can get a direct flight from Sao Paulo to London leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Begin your trip at GRU and end it at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Book your direct flight from Sao Paulo to London with British Airways. This popular airline operates departures from GRU.
We make it easy to plan a flight from Sao Paulo to London with a stopover. To see the options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Sao Paulo to London, check out these options when taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You can arrive at VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 1 hour and 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes to travel the 97 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Sao Paulo to London, kick back in one of these hotels close to Viracopos Airport:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 31 kilometres. It takes around 57 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo to London has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable hotels to drop your things at near LGW. Kick back after your flight from Sao Paulo to London at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to London
₹ 30,452 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to London. Return flights start at ₹ 55,332. These fares may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to London, book your trip 2 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Sao Paulo to London is October. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to London. July is the most popular month to travel to London. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to London, think about the type of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to London, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
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