Travelling from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport (TPA): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport (TPA).
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Sao Paulo. Tampa International Airport is located in Tampa.
Your flight from Sao Paulo to TPA won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to TPA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Sao Paulo to TPA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport:
73.8% of flights departing Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Viracopos Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport flight:
Flights departing from VCP reach their destination within the expected time frame 75.02% of the time.
About Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Tampa's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport flight.
The street address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
Tampa International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Tampa. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport is $439. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $816. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Sao Paulo to TPA, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Tampa. July is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport (TPA), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Sao Paulo to TPA flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC.
More about Tampa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tampa right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Tampa International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium are must-do's during your Tampa adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Tampa, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From St. John's Cathedral to San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, consider Orlando, about 129 kilometres north-east of Tampa. Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express are among its highlights.