World Cup 2026 Travel Guide for Brazilian Fans

Brazilian passport holders need: B1/B2 Tourist Visa. Brazilian passport holders require a US B1/B2 tourist visa. Apply at the US consulate at least 6-8 weeks before travel. Interview required. Check travel.state.gov for current requirements — visa policies can change.

A single-match World Cup trip from Brazil typically runs USD $3,500-6,500 per person all-in. Breakdown:

• Flights: $800-2,200 USD return
• Accommodation: USD $1,500-3,000 for 5-7 nights (host-city hotel rates run USD $220-500/night during the tournament)
• Match tickets: USD $120-620 group stage face value, more for knockouts
• Local costs: USD $500-900 (transport, food, 2-3 meals/day, one fan-festival night)

Currency: BRL (R$) — 1 BRL ≈ 0.18 USD (1 USD ≈ 5.6 BRL) (rates fluctuate — check before travel). Use the calculator for a personalised total based on your origin city and group size.

Hub routing: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro → Miami, New York JFK, Houston, Atlanta.

Journey time: 8-12 hours direct to Miami/Houston, 10-14 hours to other cities.

Budget: $800-2,200 USD return. Book 3-6 months out — prices climb sharply from March 2026. Fly mid-week if you can; Tuesday-Thursday departures run USD $150-400 cheaper than weekend flights.

BRT is UTC-3 — 1-4 hours behind US time zones. Minimal jet lag.

Arrive 2-3 days before your first match to adjust. Get daylight on day one, stay up until a local bedtime, and avoid long naps. Match kickoffs in Eastern Time (noon-8 PM ET) are scheduled for primetime in the Americas — check local broadcast times so you plan arrival around the games you care about.

Currency: 1 BRL ≈ 0.18 USD (1 USD ≈ 5.6 BRL) (rates fluctuate — check before travel). The US is effectively cashless in stadiums and most fan-festival venues — have a card (not just cash) ready.

Tipping: Brazil includes 10% service charge at restaurants. In the US, you need to tip 18-20% on top of the bill.

Payment tip: A multi-currency card like Wise lets you hold BRL and USD together, convert at the mid-market rate, and pay in USD without the 3% FX markup that your home bank will typically charge on every tap. Order the physical card 2-3 weeks before travel so it arrives in time.

Power plugs: Brazil uses Type N plugs. Bring a US Type A/B adapter.

Data: Grab an Airalo eSIM — Brazilian carrier roaming to the US is expensive. An Airalo eSIM for the US typically runs USD $10-25 for 5-10 GB — far less than home-carrier roaming for a week-long trip. Install before you fly and toggle it on after landing.

Group C: vs Morocco (New York/New Jersey, Jun 13), vs Haiti (Philadelphia, Jun 19), vs Scotland (Boston, Jun 24)

• Brazil vs Morocco — June 13, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium)
• Brazil vs Haiti — June 19, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field)
• Brazil vs Scotland — June 24, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Boston (Gillette Stadium)

See the full World Cup 2026 match schedule →

Based on flight connections from Brazil, team fixtures, and travel logistics:

• New York — MetLife Stadium
• Philadelphia — Lincoln Financial Field
• Boston — Gillette Stadium
• Miami — Hard Rock Stadium

Do Brazilian fans need a visa to attend World Cup 2026?

Brazilian passport holders require a US B1/B2 tourist visa. Apply at the US consulate at least 6-8 weeks before travel. Interview required. Check travel.state.gov for current requirements — visa policies can change.

How much does a World Cup 2026 trip from Brazil cost?

Flights run $800-2,200 USD return. Budget a further USD $1,500-3,000 for 5-7 nights accommodation, USD $500-900 for match-day transport and local costs, and USD $120-620 per match ticket (group stage face value). A typical 7-day single-match trip from Brazil lands around USD $3,500-6,500 per person, all-in.

How long is the flight from Brazil to the World Cup host cities?

8-12 hours direct to Miami/Houston, 10-14 hours to other cities. Main hubs: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro → Miami, New York JFK, Houston, Atlanta.

What is the time difference between Brazil and the USA?

BRT is UTC-3 — 1-4 hours behind US time zones. Minimal jet lag.

Do I need to tip in the USA as a Brazilian visitor?

Brazil includes 10% service charge at restaurants. In the US, you need to tip 18-20% on top of the bill.