Traveling from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at Sao Paulo's main airport, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN) departing from this base.
Expect to be traveling for 3 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport flight.
Fernando De Noronha is one hour ahead of Sao Paulo. Fernando de Noronha Airport is located in Fernando De Noronha, which operates on the UTC-2 timezone.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services every week. You can travel from GRU to FEN on LATAM Airlines's 7:40am departure.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sao Paulo to FEN, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Fly without interruptions from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN) are available from here.
When taking off from GRU, you can catch a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport with LATAM Airlines.
Most travelers prefer to book seats with LATAM Airlines from GRU to FEN.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is GOL Linhas Aéreas.
Traveling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can reach CGH from the center of Sao Paulo in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to travel the 10 kilometers or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to FEN flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
VCP is roughly 97 kilometers from central Sao Paulo. Driving from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At VCP, that rate is 74%.
About Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near FEN and get cozy, quick:
Getting from Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN) to central Fernando De Noronha
Central Fernando De Noronha is around 6 kilometers from Fernando de Noronha Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN)
Right now, AED 514 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,107. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to FEN.
August is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN)
March is when most people book flights from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN). Plan your visit to Fernando De Noronha in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Fernando De Noronha is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Sao Paulo to FEN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport in August when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Fernando De Noronha
Start your Fernando De Noronha trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Fernando de Noronha Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Fernando De Noronha when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Atalaia Beach followed by Fernando de Noronha Environmental Protection Area and Praia do Sancho.