Flying from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Tijuana International Airport is located in Tijuana. Following the UTC-3 timezone, Sao Paulo is five hours ahead of Tijuana.
To avoid rushing for your TIJ to Sao Paulo 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 travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Tijuana, TIJ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near TIJ. Whether you have an early flight from Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tijuana International Airport, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to Sao Paulo
$804 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,493. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from TIJ to Sao Paulo, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near GRU if you have a late flight from Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from TIJ to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
The centre of Sao Paulo is located around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). Once your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 50 minutes on public transport.
Following your TIJ to Sao Paulo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CGH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at CGH will help you save.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo has arrived. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take about 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near VCP after your TIJ to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks before your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 29ºC. Book your Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from TIJ to Sao Paulo in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tijuana International Airport to Sao Paulo, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are top sights which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Brazil, consider Curitiba, about 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo. Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba are key highlights.