Book flights to Basra (BSR) from São Paulo(GRU)

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When you fly from São Paulo to Basra with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.

Sao Paulo’s Guarulhos International Airport, also known as Cumbica Airport, serves as Brazil’s main international gateway and a critical passenger hub due to its central location. As a modern and busy airport, you will find plenty of facilities available as you prepare for your departure.

When heading to the airport, you have several transportation options. Buses from the airport and independent operators offer extensive services. Taxis are available outside the terminals, and many hotels can organise transport for you. For parking, you can choose between two main locations: one is about 2km away with regular bus shuttle services to the terminals, and a short-stay ‘Park and Board’ car park is located just four minutes away. Note that Line 13 of Sao Paulo's suburban rail system (CPTM) is currently under construction, aiming to operate this year.

Passengers departing from Sao Paulo often utilise Terminal 3, Hall F. The open plan design of this recently revamped terminal simplifies locating check-in desks. Currency exchange facilities and ATMs are conveniently positioned throughout. For refreshments, you will find numerous cafés offering light snacks and drinks, mainly focused around the mezzanine area in Terminal 3. You can also explore a selection of retail outlets selling premium quality goods and accessories or relax in the large lounge areas before boarding. You may even be interested to know that the Tropic of Capricorn passes through the airport's southern tip.

Basra is a truly vibrant and historic Iraqi port city. It's strategically located on the Shatt al-Arab waterway, which is formed by the convergence of the legendary Tigris and Euphrates rivers. This unique geography has often earned it the nickname the 'Venice of the East', due to its intricate system of canals and long history as a major commercial centre.

The city merges ancient culture with contemporary sophistication, and its roots date back to the 7th century. To immerse yourself in its deep past, visit the Basra Museum, which showcases a compelling collection of artefacts from the Mesopotamian civilisation.

For a taste of local life, explore the old bazaars, which bustle with traders selling regional spices, textiles, and Basra's world-renowned fresh dates. You can also experience the city's modern heartbeat during an evening walk along the lively Basra Corniche, a scenic waterfront promenade.