Travelling from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): What you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
St Louis is two hours behind Sao Paulo. Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to STL.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to STL that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between GRU and STL include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
75.54% of flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport land at their destination on time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can reach CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to STL flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.8%.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
The trip to VCP from the centre of Sao Paulo is around 3 hours 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Viracopos Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of VCP is 75.02%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Reserve a hotel close to STL if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport rental car and explore St Louis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Budget and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight.
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central St Louis. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
RM1,782 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Return flights start from RM3,360. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to STL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit St Louis based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to STL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in St Louis to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about St Louis
Start your St Louis trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The Gateway Arch, Saint Louis Arch and Museum at the Gateway Arch are must-visits when exploring St Louis.
Explore more of the United States
Evansville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of St Louis. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Mesker Park Zoo, Riverfront Park and Evansville Zoological Society.
Columbia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 177 kilometres west of St Louis. No trip is complete without dropping by Sentinel Park, Museum of Art and Archaeology and Bur Oak Brewing Company.