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The roar of engines echoing through São Paulo’s Interlagos circuit has been thrilling Formula 1 fans since 1973. Set against the backdrop of South America’s largest city, the Brazilian Grand Prix has been home to many thrills and spills for over half a century. If you’re thinking of attending 2025’s race, we’ll tell you everything you need to know – including how to get to Interlagos for an unforgettable race-day experience.
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Where is the Brazilian Grand Prix?
The Autódromo José Carlos Pace, better known as simply Interlagos, is located nine miles from the city centre of São Paulo, close to the east coast of Brazil and about 430km southwest of Rio De Janeiro.
Flights to São Paulo for the Brazilian Grand Prix
As the largest city in the whole of South America, São Paulo is served by three airports, the biggest of which is Guarulhos (GRU). There is also Congonhas (CGH) and Viracopos (VCP).
Flights from the UK
London Heathrow offers daily direct flights to Guarulhos with airlines British Airways, LATAM Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. The flight typically takes 11 hours and 45 minutes. Expect prices to go up the closer you get to race weekend.
Flights from within USA
You can fly direct to São Paulo from a wide range of US cities across the USA, including Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, New York and Chicago with a flight time of 7 – 12 hours.
Flights from Europe
There are non-stop options to Guarulhos from Milan, Frankfurt, Madrid and Paris, however these are with full-service carriers. It’s worth exploring Skyscanner for budget options with a stopover.
How to get to Interlagos
By Coach
Petrol is expensive in Brazil so those on a budget may prefer to get the bus, over a taxi or driving. Bus services run from all over the city to the circuit on Grand Prix weekend. Tickets cost around R $3.80 (three reais and eighty cents). There are a number of bus lines and routes you can take, which all run through the Autodromo de Interlagos. For more information on the full bus schedule, please contact us.
By Train/Metro
The best option is to take the GPSP express train that travels exclusively to and from the circuit over the Grand Prix weekend. This express service will depart from Pinheiros Station and Station Morumbi, and head straight to the Autodromo, with just a short walk or shuttle bus ride to get to your circuit entrance. Visit the official F1 São Paulo website for more information.
Alternatively, the Autodromo station, line 9 – Esmeralda / Osasco-Grajaú, is approximately six minutes’ walk to the circuit. You can also get off at Jurubatuba Station and catch a bus at the Terminal. A single ride ticket costs $4.30 (four reals and thirty cents) regardless of trip time or distance travelled. It’s worth buying a Bilhete Único smartcard which can be used for paying bus, metro and train fares. These can be purchased at most metro stations.
By Helicopter
If you are looking into possible helicopter transfers, the Autodromo de Interlagos has a helipad. This can be used free of charge, however we advise speaking with your chosen transfer company for more information on this.
By Taxi
The city of São Paulo has a variety of registered taxis, each divided into four categories: common, radio-taxi, special and luxury.
There are a number of taxi points around São Paulo, mainly situated near the main hotels in the centre. With that said, it is also possible to find taxi pick up points near the Autodromo. For more information on this, please contact us.
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Planning to attend the 2025 Brazilian Grand Prix? The only F1 Grand Prix on the South American continent is proving more popular than ever. Book now to avoid disappointment!
