Traveling from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the two main airports in Sao Paulo.
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Sao Paulo to TLV. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during high season in general.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Sao Paulo to TLV departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
GRU is about 16 miles from the center of Sao Paulo. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in about 3 hours and 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 60 miles away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to TLV? Relax in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your vacation officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near TLV:
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to the center of Tel Aviv takes about 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 miles away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Traveling by public transport takes about 43 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport is $431. The cheapest price for a return flight is $860. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to TLV, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to TLV.
Customize your journey using filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tel Aviv, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Tel Aviv. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Sao Paulo to TLV sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 75ºF and 90ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport in January when temperatures average between 50ºF and 66ºF.
More about Tel Aviv
Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Ben Gurion International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tel Aviv:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port and Tel Aviv Port are highlights which should be on every Tel Aviv itinerary.
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