Route at a Glance
This tool compares every routing option — Bogotá, Panama City, Aruba, and Miami — on your actual dates.
Why Most Brazilian Travelers Skip the Miami Route
Same story as several other South American departure points on this site: Brazil isn't part of the US Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA — the quick online authorization that works for many other nationalities — isn't an option. Connecting through Miami means a full US visa is required.
Via Bogotá / Panama City
Via Miami
Your Routing Options
| Via | Airlines | Total Travel Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogotá (BOG) | Avianca | 9–12 hrs | Most popular; often the cheapest fare too |
| Panama City (PTY) | Copa Airlines | 10–13 hrs | Copa's own hub — efficient single-airline routing |
| Aruba (AUA) | Regional carriers | 9–12 hrs | Shortest distance; final hop to Curaçao is ~15 minutes |
| Miami (MIA) | LATAM/American + American | 12–15 hrs | Requires a full US visa — see above |
Aruba routing schedules can vary by carrier and season — worth confirming current availability rather than assuming it's always running.
Considering the Aruba Route Specifically
The Aruba connection is worth a second look beyond the raw travel time. Aruba and Curaçao are two of the three ABC islands, and the final hop between them is short enough to feel more like a regional shuttle than an international flight. That opens up a genuinely appealing option: a multi-day stop in Aruba on the way to Curaçao, turning one long-haul trip into two distinct Caribbean destinations for roughly the same total flying time as any other connection.
The tradeoff is schedule predictability — smaller regional carriers serving inter-island Caribbean routes don't run with the same consistency as the major Latin American hub airlines, so this option is worth actively confirming rather than assuming it will be running on your dates.
Fares & When to Book
| Tier | Roundtrip Fare |
|---|---|
| Shoulder season | R$2,500–3,500 |
| Standard season | R$3,500–4,500 |
| Peak season | R$4,500–6,000+ |
| Last-minute (under 2 wks) | R$5,000–8,000+ |
Baggage by Airline
| Airline | Carry-On | Checked (Economy) |
|---|---|---|
| Avianca | 1 (10kg) + personal item | 23kg, basic fares may exclude |
| Copa Airlines | 1 (10kg) + personal item | 23kg, fare-dependent |
| LATAM | 1 (10kg) + personal item | 23kg, fare-dependent |
| American | 1 + personal item | 23kg, fees may apply |
Always check your specific fare rules before flying — basic/light fares on any of these carriers commonly exclude checked bags entirely.
Entry Requirements for Brazilian Citizens
No Curaçao visa required for tourist stays up to 90 days. Passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. The digital ED Card is required for everyone — complete it online within 48 hours of departure.
Arriving in Curaçao
Straightforward — immigration, baggage claim, and customs. The drive from CUR to Willemstad takes about 15–20 minutes by taxi, shuttle, or rental car. Full walkthrough on the complete airport guide →.
Tips for Brazilian Travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
No — every routing requires at least one connection, most commonly through Bogotá, Panama City, Aruba, or Miami.
Yes. Brazil isn't part of the US Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA isn't available to Brazilian citizens — a full B1/B2 visa is required, and processing can take weeks. If you don't already hold one, route via Bogotá, Panama City, or Aruba instead.
No — Brazilian citizens don't need a visa for Curaçao itself for tourist stays up to 90 days. You do need to complete the digital ED Card online within 48 hours of departure.
Curaçao is 1 hour behind São Paulo, year-round. São Paulo runs on UTC-3 (Brazil dropped daylight saving nationally in 2019), and Curaçao runs on UTC-4 — a fixed 1-hour gap that never shifts by season.
Avianca via Bogotá is often the lowest fare. Fly during shoulder season (September–November), book 2–4 months ahead, and favor Tuesday or Wednesday departures.