Travelling from Sao Paulo to Brussels: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.
When landing in Brussels, Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Sao Paulo to Brussels flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Brussels
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Sao Paulo to Brussels flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Sao Paulo to Brussels flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
GRU is about 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on time at their destination.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
You can get to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo in about 1 hour 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels, unwind in one of these hotels close to Viracopos Airport:
Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance of 75.02%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Pick up a Brussels Airport rental car and explore Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is around 48 kilometres from central Brussels. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CRL. Kick back after your Sao Paulo to Brussels flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Brussels. To skip the crowds, visit Brussels in January.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to Brussels ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Brussels to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Brussels in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Brussels:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are must-visits when exploring Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Charleroi is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Brussels. Around 48 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without dropping by Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.