How many flights depart from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on average per day?

130 flights are operational daily from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro as of August 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 08:00, with 45% of flights per day taking off at midday.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

GOL, Azul, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

How many flights depart from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on average per week?

The number of flights available between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 916 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

Prices for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

The number of operators available for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is 2 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £52 to £114. The lowest price recently found on this route was £44.

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06:05 - 07:10GRU-GIG

1h 05mdirect

11:05 - 12:10GIG-GRU

1h 05mdirect

£44GOL

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Wed, 10 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep

07:30 - 08:35CGH-SDU

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09:55 - 11:05SDU-CGH

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£53GOL

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Thu, 25 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep

21:50 - 23:00GRU-GIG

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20:05 - 21:15GIG-GRU

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£53GOL

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10:45 - 11:45CGH-SDU

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18:50 - 19:50SDU-CGH

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£54GOL

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06:00 - 07:05GRU-GIG

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05:15 - 06:25GIG-GRU

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£57

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16:40 - 17:40GRU-GIG

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10:20 - 11:25GIG-GRU

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£62LATAM Airlines

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Fri, 26 Sep - Fri, 3 Oct

12:30 - 13:35VCP-SDU

1h 05mdirect

18:50 - 20:00SDU-VCP

1h 10mdirect

£73Azul

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Sat, 20 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec

12:15 - 13:15GRU-GIG

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10:20 - 11:30GIG-GRU

1h 10mdirect

£75LATAM Airlines

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21:20 - 22:20CGH-SDU

1h 00mdirect

08:45 - 09:50SDU-CGH

1h 05mdirect

£76Azul

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12:15 - 13:15GRU-SDU

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11:25 - 12:25SDU-GRU

1h 00mdirect

£131

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GOL flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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GOL

10 Sept

GRU06:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 05m

GIG07:10Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

17 Sept

GIG11:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 05m

GRU12:10Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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GOL

1 Sept

GRU21:50Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 10m

GIG23:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

15 Sept

GIG20:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 10m

GRU21:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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GOL

9 Oct

CGH10:45Sao Paulo Congonhas

1h 00m

SDU11:45Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

13 Oct

SDU18:50Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 00m

CGH19:50Sao Paulo Congonhas

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26 Sept

GRU16:40Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 00m

GIG17:40Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

3 Oct

GIG10:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 05m

GRU11:25Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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20 Dec

GRU12:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 00m

GIG13:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30 Dec

GIG10:20Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 10m

GRU11:30Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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19 Dec

GRU12:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 00m

GIG13:15Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

25 Dec

GIG07:00Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 15m

GRU08:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

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Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

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Wed 17/9

11:05-12:10

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£44

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CGH - SDU

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Sao Paulo Congonhas

Thu 25/9

07:30-08:35

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Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 27/9

09:55-11:05

Nonstop1h 10m

£53

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 1/9

21:50-23:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 15/9

20:05-21:15

Nonstop1h 10m

£53

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Thu 9/10

10:45-11:45

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 13/10

18:50-19:50

Nonstop1h 00m

£54

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 11/12

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 14/12

05:15-06:25

Nonstop1h 10m

£57

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 26/9

16:40-17:40

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 3/10

10:20-11:25

Nonstop1h 05m

£62

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - SDU

VCPSDU

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Sat 20/12

12:30-13:35

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 28/12

18:50-20:00

Nonstop1h 10m

£73

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 20/12

12:15-13:15

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 30/12

10:20-11:30

Nonstop1h 10m

£75

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sun 21/12

21:20-22:20

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 28/12

08:45-09:50

Nonstop1h 05m

£76

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 20/12

12:15-13:15

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 29/12

11:25-12:25

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£131

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

In general, July is the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £58. If you’re not able to fly to Rio de Janeiro in July, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro during June average around £60.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest day to depart from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £78. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around £139.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro when you can find flight prices for as low as £86. Flying to Rio de Janeiro in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Rio de Janeiro, so prices are often more expensive at around £138 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rio de Janeiro for around £83 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo for as low as £61 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	£27
Fastest flight time	0h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Rio de Janeiro	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo in the past 72 hours is £27. The best return flight deal from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £44.

The fastest flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro takes 0h 55m

Direct flights go from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro every day.

There are 2 airports near Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG), Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU)

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How far is Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by plane?
There are 223.4 mi between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. Flights usually cover this in 0h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
Prices for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The number of operators available for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is 2 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rio de Janeiro can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rio de Janeiro. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is Embraer 195, representing 22.64% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 16.37%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 15.32%, and Embraer 195 E2 at 12.61%.
What is the most popular airline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is Azul (60% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are LATAM Airlines (23%) and GOL (16%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Azul	PriceFrom £38	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 806 reviews		Search Azul flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom £62	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,840 reviews		Search LATAM Airlines flights

Azul Flights From Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
Across 166 Azul flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro this week, the average price was £124, with the best Azul deals starting from £51 round-trip. 806 users have rated Azul on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
LATAM Airlines Flights From Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
£84 is the best LATAM Airlines flight deal from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average LATAM Airlines ticket price found was closer to £127, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. LATAM Airlines (7.5/10 from 1,840 user reviews) flies into Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo 130 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest day to depart from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £78. The most expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around £139.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rio de Janeiro?

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

Fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont for the best Sao Paulo - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

GOL, Azul, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

How many flights depart from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on average per day?

130 flights are operational daily from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro as of August 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 08:00, with 45% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on average per week?

The number of flights available between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 916 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When to book flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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How old do you have to be to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

What is the most popular plane model from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

What is the most popular airline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

Best airlines flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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Can I find flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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