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Flights Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo

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RIO
Sao Paulo
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Cheap flights Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo

Below you can see the best deals on flights Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 10 August, from AED 165.

Top 10 cheap flights Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo

Direct flights Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo

Direct flight options for Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Gol Transportes Aereos — travel time is 1 h 5 min.

Top 10 direct flights Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo

About the Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo flight

On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo. The distance between the cities is 362 km, and the traffic frequency is extremely high, with about 572 flights operated weekly.

Flights are provided by leading airlines such as LATAM Airlines, GOL, and Azul. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to find the best deals. To help you plan your trip, we also provide information on how to get to the airport in Rio de Janeiro and how to get from the airport to São Paulo.

Return route:return route: flights Sao Paulo → Rio de Janeiro

Flight schedule Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo

The table shows direct flights Rio de Janeiro → Sao Paulo on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Gol Transportes Aereos, Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras, Latam Airlines Group and Turkish Airlines. Departures from Galeão Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport and Santos Dumont Airport airports, arrivals at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Viracopos Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 137 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 214 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Rio de Janeiro → Sao Paulo, average one-way price

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
JanAED 276highMayAED 191lowSepAED 196low
FebAED 286highJunAED 211mediumOctAED 216medium
MarAED 241mediumJulAED 251highNovAED 231medium
AprAED 201lowAugAED 201lowDecAED 291high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in São Paulo is characterized by warm summers and mild winters. The warmest month is January, with an average high of 27.1°C, while February is considered the wettest month. The period from June to August sees minimal precipitation, with the lowest nighttime temperatures occurring in July at around 12.1°C.

Budget flight options are most common in September and November, with tickets starting AED 137. The most expensive month to travel is June, with the minimum price during this period recorded AED 363. In other months, the average price ranges AED 150 to AED 201.

September is the optimal time for booking: the weather is comfortable with moderate rainfall, and airfares remain at their lowest. You may want to avoid traveling during the height of the summer season (December–January) if you wish to save money and stay away from the period of the most intense tropical rain.

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How to get the best deal on a Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo ticket

  • Given the massive volume of flights (over 570 per week), it's best to search for tickets on this "air bridge" 2–3 weeks before departure to catch fares starting AED 137.
  • To save travel time, choose flights arriving at Congonhas Airport (CGH)—it is located much closer to São Paulo's business center than the Guarulhos international airport.
  • Since the flight lasts less than an hour, it is more economical to choose fares without checked baggage, sticking to carry-on luggage—this is standard practice for this short route.
  • Use the low-fare calendar on the page: the price difference between a mid-week departure and Sunday evening can reach 30–40%.

Airlines

There are 20 airlines operating on the Rio de Janeiro — São Paulo route, with LATAM Airlines, GOL Linhas Aéreas, and Azul Brazilian Airlines being the leaders in terms of flight frequency. Almost all of the 572 weekly departures are non-stop, providing seamless connectivity between the two metropolises. You can choose a convenient departure time and a specific carrier from the interactive list below.

  • Gol Transportes Aereos
    Gol Transportes AereosG3
    198x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 13830M pax/year
    • Direct flight SDU → CGH116x/week
      Duration
      1h 8m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU35x/week
      Duration
      1h 13m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → CGH32x/week
      Duration
      1h 17m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → VCP14x/week
      Duration
      1h 19m
      Days
      un,MonS
    34.7%Open →
  • Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras
    Azul Linhas Aereas BrasileirasAD
    148x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 18228M pax/year
    • Direct flight SDU → CGH66x/week
      Duration
      1h 6m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SDU → VCP42x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → VCP30x/week
      Duration
      1h 16m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU9x/week
      Duration
      1h 7m
      Days
      un,MonS
    25.9%Open →
  • Latam Airlines Group
    Latam Airlines GroupLA
    148x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
    • Direct flight SDU → CGH96x/week
      Duration
      1h 9m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU42x/week
      Duration
      1h 12m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU9x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    25.8%Open →
  • Turkish Airlines
    Turkish AirlinesTK
    19x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU10x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU10x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    3.4%Open →
  • British Airways
    British AirwaysBA
    11x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU11x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    1.9%Open →
  • Iberia
    IberiaIB
    7x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 9224M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU4x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU3x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    1.3%Open →
  • Lufthansa
    LufthansaLH
    4x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 38764.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU4x/week
      Duration
      1h 12m
      Days
      un,MonS
    0.7%Open →
  • Delta
    DeltaDL
    4x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU3x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU1x/week
    0.7%Open →
  • Avianca
    AviancaAV
    4x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 14032M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → VCP2x/week
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU1x/week
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → CGH1x/week
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU1x/week
    0.7%Open →
  • TAP Portugal
    TAP PortugalTP
    4x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 9415.9M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → CGH1x/week
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU1x/week
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU1x/week
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight GIG → VCP1x/week
    0.6%Open →
  • Qatar Airways
    Qatar AirwaysQR
    3x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU2x/week
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight SDU → GRU1x/week
    0.5%Open →
  • Aeromexico
    AeromexicoAM
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 15424.7M pax/year
    • Direct flight GIG → GRU2x/week
      Duration
      1h 15m
      Days
      un,MonS
    0.4%Open →

Cities and airports on the Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo route

Flights Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo depart from Galeão Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport and Santos Dumont Airport and arrive at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Viracopos Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Rio de Janeiro

RIO
Brazil
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Arrival

Sao Paulo

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Brazil
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about the Rio de Janeiro — Sao Paulo flight

How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to São Paulo?

Actual flight time is about 50–60 minutes. Including takeoff and landing, the total travel time usually does not exceed one hour, as the distance between the cities is only 362 km.

Which airlines operate flights on this route?

The main carriers are Brazilian companies LATAM, GOL, and Azul. International partners such as United Airlines or Air Canada may also operate flights.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, the vast majority of flights on this route are direct. It is one of the busiest air routes in the world, with planes running between the cities every 15–30 minutes.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. Currently, minimum fares start from 2,722 ₽; you can check the current offers for your dates in the price calendar.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Rio de Janeiro arrive at São Paulo's two main airports: Congonhas (CGH), located within the city, and the international Guarulhos (GRU).

Is a visa required for this flight?

For citizens of the Russian Federation making domestic flights within Brazil for tourism purposes, no visa is required; a valid passport is sufficient.

Where else you can fly from Rio de Janeiro

Brasilia
Brasilia∙15 July
AED 353

Where else you can fly to Sao Paulo from

Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte∙8 July
AED 108
Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre∙3 July
AED 191
Brasilia
Brasilia∙6 July
AED 231
Curitiba
Curitiba∙18 July
AED 108
Salvador
Salvador∙8 July
AED 378
Recife
Recife∙29 June
AED 260
Florianopolis
Florianopolis∙4 July
AED 216
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires∙30 June
AED 554
Santiago
Santiago∙30 June
AED 503
Lima
Lima∙3 July
AED 797
Doha
Doha∙29 June
AED 3,193
Panama City
Panama City∙4 July
AED 1,228
Montevideo
Montevideo∙4 July
AED 787
Asunción
Asunción∙28 June
AED 689
Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Santa Cruz de la Sierra∙3 July
AED 931