Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is two hours ahead of Charlotte, where Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CLT to Sao Paulo flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from CLT to Sao Paulo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Charlotte, CLT can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to CLT? If you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Charlotte Douglas International Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
CLT's address is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is RM1,578. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,597. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CLT to Sao Paulo, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from CLT to Sao Paulo.
Find an affordable flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from CLT to Sao Paulo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, 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 travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 50 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CGH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CLT to Sao Paulo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH can land you a better rate.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is about 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Choose a hotel close to VCP and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late CLT to Sao Paulo flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
If you're searching for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
July is the busiest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Sao Paulo in December.
Before booking a Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CLT to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sao Paulo:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Sao Paulo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are highlights.
