Travelling from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Sao Paulo's main airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) setting off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport flight.
Sao Paulo and Belo Horizonte (where Tancredo Neves International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
With 103 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) is the most popular route. Gol operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from GRU to CNF is with Gol at 11:05pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to CNF.
During high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).
Pick from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport departing from GRU. Book your journey with one of these:
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from GRU to CNF.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Gol.
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% land on schedule at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can book a direct Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) plane ticket with departures from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). Check if flying out of CGH makes more sense for your journey.
The most popular airlines that offer direct flights from Sao Paulo to CNF departing from CGH include:
LATAM Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the CGH to CNF route.
Among the carriers operating flights between Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Tancredo Neves International Airport, Gol leads in on-time performance.
You can get to CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Sao Paulo to CNF flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
73.8% of flights taking off from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Start your trip at Viracopos Airport (VCP) and go straight to your destination without any layovers. You can book direct flights from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport out of here.
Azul is one reputable carrier that offers direct Sao Paulo to CNF plane tickets from VCP.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between VCP and CNF is Azul.
Azul is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 68.02% of its services landing on schedule.
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Viracopos Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from VCP make it to their destination as scheduled 75.02% of the time.
About Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNF instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tancredo Neves International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Unidas to explore Belo Horizonte and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) to central Belo Horizonte
Tancredo Neves International Airport to central Belo Horizonte is around 32 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF)
RM129 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport. A return flight starts from RM257. These fares can change depending on availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CNF by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF). June is the most popular month to visit Belo Horizonte. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.
Book a Sao Paulo to CNF plane ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Belo Horizonte to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport in July when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Belo Horizonte
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Belo Horizonte right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Sao Paulo to Tancredo Neves International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are major attractions which should feature on any good Belo Horizonte itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Belo Horizonte, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey about 338 kilometres south to Petrópolis to check off its leading attractions. From Parque Nacional da Serra dos Órgãos - PARNASO - Sede Petrópolis to Serra dos Orgaos National Park and Crystal Palace, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 225 kilometres east of Belo Horizonte, Governador Valadares is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Rampa Parapente - Ibituruna, Desafiando a Montanha Turismo de Aventura. Trilhas, passeios, ecoturismo. And Pico Da Ibituruna.