Flying from Sao Paulo to Belfast: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to Belfast. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
Arrive in Belfast at Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Belfast is three hours ahead of Sao Paulo and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Sao Paulo to Belfast flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Belfast
To find cheap Sao Paulo to Belfast flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Sao Paulo to Belfast.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Sao Paulo to Belfast flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Belfast? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, data shows 75.54% of flights complete their journey on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is around 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to Belfast:
75% of flights leaving Viracopos Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 2 hours.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sao Paulo to Belfast. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Follow your own route with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and experience more of Belfast and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Belfast flight.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is approximately 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Once your flight from Sao Paulo to Belfast has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near BHD. Tuck yourself in after your Sao Paulo to Belfast flight at one of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Belfast. To escape the crowds, visit Belfast in January.
Book a Sao Paulo to Belfast ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Belfast to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Belfast in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Belfast, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre are a couple of top attractions to add to your Belfast to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.