Layover in São Paulo
Our advice for your 6–10 hours layover
São Paulo is massive, so commit to one district, use metro when possible, and be conservative with timing.
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While you're at the airport
Tips and amenities from our insider guides.
São Paulo's main international airport, also called Cumbica — about 30 km east of the city. Three terminals: T1, T2, T3 (all international-capable). LATAM hub. Modern, efficient, but the drive i…
São Paulo's domestic-only airport, located just 13 km from the city center in the Vila Congonhas neighborhood. Only domestic flights. Compact, efficient, and much more convenient than Guarulhos (G…
Services
Helpful add-ons that make a layover smoother.
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