Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH): what you need to know
Sao Paulo is 14 hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MEL to CGH flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
At the moment, RM4,218 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM9,952. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to CGH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from MEL to CGH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CGH instead:
Grab a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to the centre of Sao Paulo has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to CGH in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.
