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Flight deals from Istanbul to Sao Paulo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,632. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sao Paulo.$1,419 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 21 Mar.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,419, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,421 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Fri, 12 Mar.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,421, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,453 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 28 May.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Fri, 28 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,453, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,470 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 May, returning Sun, 6 Jun.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,470, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,473 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May, returning Sun, 30 May.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,473, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,474 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,474, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,476 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,476, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,477 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr, returning Thu, 15 Apr.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,477, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,493 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,493, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,521, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,521, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,523 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,523, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,523 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jun.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,523, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,523 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,523, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,524 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,524, select.

Sao Paulo.$1,528 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,528, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Istanbul to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,419
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	13 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	47

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Sao Paulo?

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo is $1,419. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?

13 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Sao Paulo.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?

Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from Istanbul to Sao Paulo.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?

As of September 2026, there are 752 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Sao Paulo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo is usually March.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Sao Paulo?

If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Guarulhos – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from $1,419.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo on Friday, 5 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 21 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sao Paulo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Sao Paulo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Sao Paulo?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. January is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is January.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul to Sao Paulo with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Sao Paulo is Air Europa. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Istanbul to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo. Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) and Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's primary gateways.
The average time for a direct Istanbul to Sao Paulo flight is 13 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3, which is six hours behind Istanbul.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo with Turkish Airlines at 10:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from IST to GRU is with Turkish Airlines at 20:40.
To ensure you catch your Istanbul to Sao Paulo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo

Get cheap Istanbul to Sao Paulo flights by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Istanbul to Sao Paulo. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Istanbul to Sao Paulo flights.

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Take off from Istanbul Airport (IST) on a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo. From IST, you can fly directly to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU).
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Istanbul to Sao Paulo plane tickets from IST.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Istanbul to Sao Paulo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
- Madrid Airport (MAD)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Istanbul to Sao Paulo flight, here's where you can stop when departing from Istanbul Sabiha Airport:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
SAW is around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, kick back in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Istanbul Sabiha Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.

Arriving in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)

The distance from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Grab a Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)

Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is roughly 8 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 50 minutes.
After your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, unwind at a hotel close to CGH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long taxi queues. Pick up a Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Foco, Localiza and Movida.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)

Hop off your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo and travel to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Sao Paulo is around 80 kilometres from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Be in control of the next part of your journey by picking up a Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport rental car. Foco, Localiza and Movida are dependable companies for booking.
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from VCP about four weeks ahead of your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

March is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Istanbul to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.

More about Sao Paulo

Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Ibirapuera Park and Av. Paulista are a couple of major attractions to put on your Sao Paulo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.

Explore more of Brazil

You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres northeast to Belo Horizonte to check off its popular sights. From Pampulha Modern Ensemble to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Botanical Garden of Curitiba.