Flying from Stockholm to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo. Check out your options for jetting out of Stockholm from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
When planning your arrival in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the chief entry points.
Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Sao Paulo four hours behind Stockholm.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Stockholm to Sao Paulo flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Sao Paulo
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Stockholm to Sao Paulo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Stockholm to Sao Paulo flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
BMA is about 8 kilometres from central Stockholm. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo? Unwind in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57.41%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
The trip to NYO from central Stockholm is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Early departures from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are more relaxed when you stay somewhere nearby. Save yourself time by checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Sao Paulo flight.
With 80.46% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, NYO is a dependable starting point for any adventure.
Arriving in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 21 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:
Travel at your own speed with a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
After your flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is roughly 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 35 minutes or so.
After your flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo, rest your head at a hotel close to VCP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH can land you a better rate.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo has landed. Central Sao Paulo is about 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida will get you on the road.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, book your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
April is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to Sao Paulo, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Stockholm to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Stockholm to Sao Paulo in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Stockholm to Sao Paulo:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are must-visits when exploring Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Sao Paulo, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Belo Horizonte to tick off its must-visit sights. From Abilio Barreto Historical Museum to Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Curitiba is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without seeing Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.