Travelling from Sao Paulo to Singapore: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore departing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Step off your plane in Singapore at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8, which is 11 hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
To ensure you catch your Sao Paulo to Singapore flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Singapore
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Sao Paulo to Singapore flights if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Sao Paulo to Singapore.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Sao Paulo to Singapore flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
GRU is about 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is around 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore? Check in to a hotel near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to central Singapore takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to SIN if you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Singapore Changi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and explore beyond Singapore's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Singapore Changi Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
The centre of Singapore is about 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). After your flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour.
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore, rest your head at a hotel near XSP. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore. June is the busiest month for a trip to Singapore. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your Sao Paulo to Singapore tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Singapore in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Singapore, browse our range of hotels including:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Singapore travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Merlion.