Travelling from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is one hour ahead of Indianapolis, where Indianapolis International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your IND to Sao Paulo flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from IND to Sao Paulo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IND is about 13 kilometres from central Indianapolis. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel close to IND? If you're catching an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
79.86% of flights that depart Indianapolis International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for IND is 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is $554. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,299. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from IND to Sao Paulo, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and bag a sweet deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IND to Sao Paulo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from IND to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Following your IND to Sao Paulo flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CGH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Foco, Localiza and Movida make picking up a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Hop off your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo and head for your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, the journey time is about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near VCP after your IND to Sao Paulo flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey with a Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida will get you on the road.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo to access the best deals.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
Travel to Sao Paulo during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in an Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo flight ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IND to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sao Paulo right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Sao Paulo:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Ibirapuera Park, Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Avenida Paulista are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are among its highlights.