Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
The timezone in Sao Paulo is UTC-3. The city is 11 hours behind Manila, where Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from MNL to Sao Paulo, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from MNL to Sao Paulo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can visit Brazil for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Philippines. But before booking your flight tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
MNL is around 13 kilometres from central Manila. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 16 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near MNL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Sao Paulo
ج.م. 32,152 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo. A return flight starts from ج.م. 49,471. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MNL to Sao Paulo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from MNL to Sao Paulo every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to the centre of Sao Paulo takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. After your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 17 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 34 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CGH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from MNL to Sao Paulo:
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the most popular month to visit Sao Paulo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo for February to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MNL to Sao Paulo in July if you like 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 Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sao Paulo, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are top sights which should be on any well-planned Sao Paulo itinerary.
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