Flying from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Joao Pessoa.
Flights from JPA to GRU start at 02:40 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last departure is at 18:20 with Gol. In total, you can choose from 45 weekly Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JPA to GRU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Sao Paulo (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a cinch with Gol. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Gol.
Gol is the most punctual carrier offering JPA to GRU flights. A reliable 81.88% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
RM513 is the lowest price for a one-way Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM771. These prices can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from JPA to GRU by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA)
Of the departures from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport, 78.38% land on time at their destination.
Central Joao Pessoa to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to JPA:
Arriving at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Sao Paulo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to central Sao Paulo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The quietest month for a flight from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JPA to GRU around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are highlights.