Travelling from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 2 hours behind Sao Paulo.
The busiest route is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), with 10 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to IAH is the 21:45 United option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:15 with United.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to IAH.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with United. This leading airline operates services from GRU.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Sao Paulo to IAH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
GRU is roughly 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Viracopos Airport (VCP) offers direct flights from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Board your direct flight from Sao Paulo to IAH with United. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of VCP.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, check out these options when departing from Viracopos Airport:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 1 hour and 16 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to IAH:
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider booking a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
P21,563 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Return flights start from P43,511. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's best to book 8 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to IAH within that timeframe.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport by travelling in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
February is the quietest time to fly to Houston. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Schedule your flight from Sao Paulo to IAH for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are leading attractions which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
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