Cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo
SAO
Rio de Janeiro
RIO

Flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Below you can see the best deals on flights Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro 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 7 October, from $49.

Top 10 cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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$ 60

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

15:40—16:45
15 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
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$ 60

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

20:40—21:45
15 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
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$ 60

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

08:30—09:30
16 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight
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$ 60

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

20:50—21:50
16 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight
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$ 60

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

15:40—16:45
16 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
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$ 60

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

16:45—17:45
13 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight
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$ 60

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

08:30—09:30
15 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight
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$ 61

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

18:00—18:55
15 Sep 2026
55 m
Direct flight
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$ 61

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

21:15—22:15
15 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight
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$ 61

Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro

11:20—12:20
15 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight

Prices were found in the last 72 hours and may change — check the exact price when you continue.

About the Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro flight

Looking for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 1,615 flights per week, flights are operated by GOL Linhas Aéreas, Latam Airlines Group, Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras, Turkish Airlines and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 55 min, the distance between the cities is around 362 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Rio de Janeiro travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Rio de Janeiro weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

Facts about this route

from $32Min. price
MarchCheapest
JulyPeak season
YesDirect flights
362 kmDistance
55 minTravel time
29Airlines
1615 / wkFlights

Flight schedule from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

The table shows direct flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 55 min. Regular flights are operated by GOL Linhas Aéreas, 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.

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

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 $32 in March, and the most expensive are around $579 in July. 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

Average one-way fares from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in February (around $42) and priciest in December (about $81) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
Jan$74highMay$44lowSep$49medium
Feb$42lowJun$43lowOct$52medium
Mar$51mediumJul$56highNov$57high
Apr$45lowAug$46mediumDec$81high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Rio de Janeiro: it is warmest in January (up to 31 °C on average) and coolest in July (around 26 °C). The driest month is July.

Tickets are usually cheapest in March and most expensive in July. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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

  • Book ahead: fares for Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
  • Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
  • Sao Paulo is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
  • The cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro is usually March — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
  • Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
  • Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
  • Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
  • Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Airlines

Flights on the Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro route are operated by 12 airlines; GOL Linhas Aéreas runs the most flights (around 33% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

  • GOL Linhas AéreasG3
    177x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 13830M pax/year
    • Direct flight CGH → SDU112x/week
      Duration
      1h 1m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight CGH → GIG24x/week
      Duration
      1h 6m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG23x/week
      Duration
      1h 6m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight VCP → GIG18x/week
      Duration
      1h 11m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    32.9%Open →
  • Latam Airlines GroupLA
    149x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
    • Direct flight CGH → SDU96x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG43x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU9x/week
      Duration
      58m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    27.6%Open →
  • Azul Linhas Aereas BrasileirasAD
    132x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 18228M pax/year
    • Direct flight CGH → SDU59x/week
      Duration
      1h 1m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight VCP → SDU42x/week
      Duration
      1h 5m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight VCP → GIG20x/week
      Duration
      1h 6m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU9x/week
      Duration
      1h 2m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    24.5%Open →
  • Turkish AirlinesTK
    14x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG9x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU5x/week
      Duration
      59m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    2.7%Open →
  • DeltaDL
    12x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG7x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU5x/week
      Duration
      58m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    2.2%Open →
  • British AirwaysBA
    9x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG9x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU1x/week
    1.7%Open →
  • IberiaIB
    9x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 9224M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG6x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU3x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    1.7%Open →
  • AeromexicoAM
    7x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 15424.7M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG5x/week
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU2x/week
    1.3%Open →
  • LufthansaLH
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 38764.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG5x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    1.0%Open →
  • TAP PortugalTP
    4x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 9415.9M pax/year
    • Direct flight CGH → GIG1x/week
    • Direct flight VCP → GIG1x/week
    • Direct flight GRU → SDU1x/week
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG1x/week
    0.7%Open →
  • Virgin AtlanticVS
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 415.3M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG2x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.4%Open →
  • SwissLX
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 11221.1M pax/year
    • Direct flight GRU → GIG2x/week
    0.4%Open →

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

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.

Departure

Sao Paulo

SAO
Brazil
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Brazil
Arrival

Rio de Janeiro

RIO
Brazil
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Brazil
Departure airports
Arrival airports

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Frequently asked questions about the Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro flight

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

A nonstop Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro flight takes about 55 min — the distance between the cities is around 362 km.

How far is it from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

The distance from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is about 362 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 55 min.

Are there direct flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, there are nonstop flights Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro — around 1,615 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

Airlines operating Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro include GOL Linhas Aéreas, Latam Airlines Group, Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras, Turkish Airlines, Delta. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro flights use?

Flights from Sao Paulo depart from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport, Viracopos Airport, and arrive at Galeão Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, Santos Dumont Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

The price of a Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in March, and most expensive in July. Tickets typically cost between $32 and $579. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro?

Flights Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is March. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

To catch a low fare Sao Paulo — Rio de Janeiro, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually March.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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