Travelling from Chicago to Viracopos Airport (VCP): What you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Viracopos Airport (VCP) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Viracopos Airport is located in Sao Paulo. The city operates on the UTC-3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Chicago.
For hassle-free travel, arrive 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 flight from Chicago to VCP.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Viracopos Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Chicago to VCP flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Viracopos Airport flight:
Flights departing from RFD land at their destination as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Book a hotel close to VCP if you have a late flight from Chicago to Viracopos Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and chase adventure across Sao Paulo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Viracopos Airport flight.
Getting from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to central Sao Paulo
Central Sao Paulo is roughly 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 3 hours 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Right now, $740 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Viracopos Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,547. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to VCP. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Viracopos Airport (VCP)
February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Viracopos Airport (VCP), while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Chicago to VCP flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Viracopos Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sao Paulo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Viracopos Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Sao Paulo when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Avenida Paulista followed by Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras.
Piracicaba is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 64 kilometres north-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without visiting Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.
