Cheap flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Flights overview

Useful information for finding cheap flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $86
Azul Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Jan 8 — Sun, Jan 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is currently $86
Cheapest one-way flight $38
Gol Nonstop 2 hr Mon, Jan 12
The cheapest one-way flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is currently $38
Last-minute weekend getaway $418
Gol Nonstop 2 hr Sat, Oct 18 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is currently $418
Fastest flight 50 min The fastest nonstop flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro takes 50 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is typically April. The most expensive month to fly is typically January.
April
Cheapest
Typical prices: $60–245
January
Most expensive
Typical prices: $95–220

Popular airlines from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

  • Gol
    Nonstop
    from $84
    Typical price: $75–205
    229 weekly nonstop flights
    CGH, GRU, VCP - GIG, SDU Every day
    1244 weekly connecting flights
    CGH, GRU, VCP - GIG, SDU Every day
  • LATAM
    Nonstop
    from $103
    Typical price: $80–245
    221 weekly nonstop flights
    CGH, GRU - GIG, SDU Every day
    1177 weekly connecting flights
    CGH, GRU, VCP - GIG, SDU Every day
  • Azul
    Nonstop
    from $86
    Typical price: $95–255
    175 weekly nonstop flights
    CGH, GRU, VCP - GIG, SDU Every day
    1501 weekly connecting flights
    CGH, GRU, VCP - GIG, SDU Every day
  • Aerolineas Argentinas
    from $365
    Typical price: $475–1,200
    13 weekly connecting flights
    GRU - GIG Every day
  • Flybondi
    7 weekly connecting flights
    GRU - GIG Every day

Popular airports near São Paulo

  • São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU)
    São Paulo Brazil 13 mi
  • São Paulo/Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport (CGH)
    São Paulo Brazil 21 min 5 mi
  • Viracopos International Airport (VCP)
    Campinas Brazil 1 hr 25 min 49 mi
  • São José dos Campos Airport (SJK)
    São José dos Campos Brazil 1 hr 29 min 54 mi

Popular airports near Rio de Janeiro

  • RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG)
    Rio de Janeiro Brazil 24 min 8 mi
  • Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
    Rio de Janeiro Brazil 10 min 1 mi
  • Rio de Janeiro Jacarepagua (RRJ)
    Rio de Janeiro Brazil 38 min 14 mi
  • Zona da Mata Airport (IZA)
    Juiz de Fora Brazil 3 hr 31 min 96 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

When are the cheapest days to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are usually in April. Typical ticket prices in April range from $60 to $245.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest round-trip flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro recently found on Google Flights was with Azul from $86. The cheapest one-way flight was with Gol from $38.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Gol flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $84, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest LATAM flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $103, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest Azul flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $86, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest Aerolineas Argentinas flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $365, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 10.
What are the cheapest flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest round-trip flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro starts at $86 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $38 and departs on Mon, Jan 12.
How long does it take to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
50 min is the shortest flight time from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
When should you fly to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil?
Rio’s climate is subtropical, and the weather is warm year-round, getting particularly hot and humid from Nov–Mar. Peak travel season is summer (Dec–Jan) as well as during Carnaval (Feb/Mar, varies by year).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

In terms of nonstop flights, Gol is the most popular. Gol offers 229 nonstop flights and 1,244 connecting flights per week. Gol flies from São Paulo/Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport (CGH) , São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) , Viracopos International Airport (VCP) to RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG) , Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) .

In terms of flights, Azul is the most popular. Azul offers 175 nonstop flights and 1,501 connecting flights per week. Azul flies from São Paulo/Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport (CGH) , São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) , Viracopos International Airport (VCP) to RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG) , Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) .

Other popular airlines flying from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are:
  • LATAM offers 221 nonstop flights and 1,177 connecting flights per week. LATAM flies from São Paulo/Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport (CGH) , São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) , Viracopos International Airport (VCP) to RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG) , Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) .
  • Aerolineas Argentinas offers 13 connecting flights per week. Aerolineas Argentinas flies from São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) to RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG) .
  • Flybondi offers 7 connecting flights per week. Flybondi flies from São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) to RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest round-trip flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro recently found on Google Flights was with Azul from $86. The cheapest one-way flight was with Gol from $38.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Gol flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $84, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest LATAM flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $103, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest Azul flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $86, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest Aerolineas Argentinas flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $365, flying from Nov 6 to Nov 10.
Which airlines have direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
Gol, LATAM and Azul fly direct from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
  • There are 229 Gol direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 221 LATAM direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 175 Azul direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest last-minute deal between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro at price $418 is offered by Gol from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
Gol, LATAM and Azul fly direct from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
  • There are 229 Gol direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 221 LATAM direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 175 Azul direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro available?
There are direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro start at $86 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11 with Azul.
How can I find nonstop flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro start at $86 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11.
How can I book business class trips from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
To book business class trips from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro starts at $418 from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20 with Gol.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest last-minute deal between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro at price $418 is offered by Gol from Sat, Oct 18 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
To find last-minute flight deals from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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