Flying from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is 12 hours 30 minutes behind Darwin, where Darwin International Airport is located. Sao Paulo observes the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your DRW to Sao Paulo flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
DRW is about 3 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near DRW? If you're boarding an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Darwin International Airport, 73.13% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Sao Paulo
P80,009 is currently the best price for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A return plane ticket starts from P129,521. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from DRW to Sao Paulo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is around 26 kilometers from central Sao Paulo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Book a hotel near GRU if you're coming in on a late flight from Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from DRW to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is about 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near CGH. Unwind and get cosy after your DRW to Sao Paulo flight at any of these well-located options:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometers from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to VCP and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late DRW to Sao Paulo flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book with reliable companies here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Around four weeks before your flight from Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your vehicle from VCP. You're likely to snag a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Sao Paulo in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DRW to Sao Paulo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sao Paulo
After booking your flight from Darwin International Airport to Sao Paulo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are attractions you won't want to skip in Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometers away to the north-east, top sights here include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you want to check out another corner of Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometers south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.
