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Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (SAO-RIO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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GRU-GIG
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GRU-GIG
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro cost ₪240 and was between Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is ₪240.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is June, where tickets cost ₪275 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₪379 and ₪366 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonJune
High seasonDecember
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.

When to book flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

  • What is the best mode of transportation to the city center from in Rio de Janeiro SDU airport?

    Santos Dumont Airport in Rio de Janeiro provides passengers with a variety of alternatives for public transit, such as municipal buses, executive buses (Frescao), the subway (metro), tiny buses known as vans, and a ferry service. The stages may be found at the terminals' corresponding departure points.

  • Are there hotels near the GRU airport?

    A transit hotel, the TRYP by Wyndham Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport can be found inside the international departures section of Terminal 3 of the Sao Paulo—Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). You can avoid the morning rush to the airport by spending the night here since it has good amenities like showers and free Wi-Fi connection.

  • Does GRU airport offer parking services?

    The airport provides three separate parking options, each with nightly surveillance, electronic services in the cabins, and insurance against theft and fire. The premium building is accessible through Terminals 2 and 3 with far greater comfort and convenience, covered boxes, and easy access during boarding and upon arrival at your destination. There is economy parking, a low-cost option that offers open-air areas, and it is situated near the cargo port's entrance.

  • Does SDU airport offer special persons services?

    If you are flying into SDU, you have the option of making specific arrangements in advance to get help in navigating the airport's security checkpoints and locating your gate upon arrival. Restrooms that are accessible to people with disabilities are provided at the airport, in addition to further assistance for passengers with a concealed disability.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    The Embraer 195 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    There are nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Rio de Janeiro with an airline and back to Sao Paulo with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for ₪880 or less round-trip.
  • It is possible to fly to Rio de Janeiro using Congohas Sao Paulo Airport (CGH) or São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). However, the Congohas Airport is the primary international airport that serves the city of Sao Paulo and the neighboring regions. On the other hand, GRU airport is considered a secondary airport and conducts most of its operations from other airports.
  • Both the Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport (GIG) and the Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) are viable options for arriving in Rio de Janeiro. Santos Dumont Airport is the principal international airport that serves the city of Rio de Janeiro and the territories that surround it. On the other hand, GIG airport is what's known as a secondary airport, and the vast majority of its activities are carried out from other airports.
  • There are a number of nursing suites available in the terminals of both Congohas Airport and GRU Airport for passengers who are traveling with babies. These airports have play facilities, in addition to strollers and nurseries, for their passengers.
  • If you are flying to Rio with your furry friend from Congohas or GRU airport, there are designated pet relief spaces located throughout both airports. These places are designed to make the journey as pleasant as possible for your four-legged companion.
  • When departing from Sao Paulo, it is advised that you arrive at the airport 1h 30min to 2h before your departure; however, wait periods may vary based on the day and the time. If you check the website of the airport before you leave, you will be able to see the current wait times for the security lines in real time, which will allow you to better prepare for your trip.

Prefer to fly non-stop from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
Find which airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Monday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Tuesday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Wednesday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Thursday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Friday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Saturday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Sunday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

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Nonstop returns

Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo

Monday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Tuesday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Wednesday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Thursday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Friday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Saturday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

Sunday

Azul, GOL, LATAM Airlines

Azul, GOL, +1 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Cabin class types available on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Cabin classes available on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.

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