On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. There are approximately 538 flights per week on this route, making it easy to find a convenient departure time for the 362 km journey.
Flights are operated by airlines such as LATAM, Azul, and GOL. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, so we recommend using the price trend chart and checking transfer options to plan your trip.
The table shows direct flights Sao Paulo → Rio de Janeiro on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 55 min. Regular flights are operated by Gol Transportes Aereos, Latam Airlines Group, Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras and Turkish Airlines. Departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Viracopos Airport airports, arrivals at Galeão Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport and Santos Dumont 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.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 135 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 381 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.
Sao Paulo → Rio de Janeiro, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 311 | high | May | AED 186 | low | Sep | AED 206 | medium |
| Feb | AED 176 | low | Jun | AED 181 | low | Oct | AED 221 | medium |
| Mar | AED 216 | medium | Jul | AED 236 | high | Nov | AED 241 | high |
| Apr | AED 191 | low | Aug | AED 196 | medium | Dec | AED 341 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest month in Rio de Janeiro is January, with average temperatures reaching 31.1°C, while rainfall peaks in February. The winter period, particularly July, is characterized by the driest and coolest weather, with daytime highs around 25.6°C.
The lowest flight cost is recorded in September, starting AED 135. Currently, the most expensive month to plan a trip is June, when prices start AED 264.
The optimal time to fly is September: this period maintains comfortable temperatures and offers the most favorable fares. We recommend avoiding travel in February if you want to minimize the risk of heavy tropical downpours.
More than 15 airlines operate on this route, with LATAM Airlines, GOL Linhas Aéreas, and Azul Brazilian Airlines leading in terms of the number of departures. Most flights are direct and run daily with high frequency throughout the day. To explore the detailed schedule and choose a convenient departure time, please see the interactive list below.
Flights Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Viracopos Airport and arrive at Galeão Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport and Santos Dumont Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight takes on average between 50 and 60 minutes. This is the fastest way to cover the 362 km distance between Brazil's largest metropolises.
Regular flights are operated by LATAM, GOL, and Azul. You can also find offers from major international carriers such as United Airlines or Air France on this route.
No, Russian citizens do not need a visa for tourist trips to Brazil, provided the stay does not exceed 90 days.
Prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from São Paulo arrive either at Galeão International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), which is located in close proximity to the city center.
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