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$256+ Cheap flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil (SAO) to Illinois

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SAO — ORD
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Round-trip from

$645
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$256
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$869

Good round-trip deal

$719 or less

Good one-way deal

$455 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sao Paulo to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:55 pmGRU - ORD
2 stops27h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/253:11 pmORD - GRU
2 stops27h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$637
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/228:10 pmVCP - ORD
3 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/295:36 amORD - VCP
1 stop21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$645
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/149:25 amCGH - ORD
2 stops36h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2112:41 pmORD - CGH
3 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$648
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/91:45 amGRU - ORD
1 stop13h 30mAvianca
Sun 4/272:35 pmORD - GRU
1 stop13h 00mAvianca
Deal found 3/30$650
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/303:10 amGRU - ORD
1 stop23h 24mCopa Airlines
Fri 6/207:54 amORD - GRU
1 stop14h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/30$654
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/55:55 pmVCP - ORD
2 stops29h 42mGOL
Mon 10/201:21 pmORD - VCP
2 stops19h 19mGOL
Deal found 3/31$676
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:00 amGRU - ORD
2 stops18h 34mGOL
Tue 9/233:22 pmORD - GRU
2 stops19h 48mGOL
Deal found 3/30$676
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:30 amCGH - ORD
2 stops36h 34mGOL
Tue 9/309:55 amORD - CGH
2 stops42h 10mGOL
Deal found 3/30$685
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Fri 8/111:30 pmVCP - ORD
1 stop21h 12mAzul
Sat 8/167:00 amORD - VCP
1 stop20h 00mAzul
Deal found 3/31$695
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Wed 5/711:15 pmGRU - STL
1 stop20h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/196:20 pmSTL - GRU
1 stop12h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$709
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Thu 5/811:05 pmGRU - STL
2 stops20h 56mDelta
Mon 5/1910:05 amSTL - GRU
1 stop17h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/31$750
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Thu 5/82:30 pmGRU - STL
2 stops23h 34mLATAM Airlines
Mon 5/1910:05 amSTL - GRU
2 stops17h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/31$759

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois that are best for you.

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Sao Paulo

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sao PauloChicago

VCP - ORD

VCPORD

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Tue 4/22

8:10 pm-12:20 am

3 stops30h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

5:36 am-5:00 am

1 stop21h 24m

$645

Sao PauloChicago

CGH - ORD

CGHORD

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Wed 5/14

9:25 am-8:03 pm

2 stops36h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

12:41 pm-2:00 pm

3 stops23h 19m

$648

Sao PauloChicago

GRU - ORD

GRUORD

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 4/22

1:55 pm-12:20 am

3 stops36h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

5:36 am-7:00 am

2 stops23h 24m

$649

Sao PauloChicago

GRU - ORD

GRUORD

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 4/22

1:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

2:35 pm-5:35 am

1 stop13h 00m

$650

Sao PauloChicago

GRU - ORD

GRUORD

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 5/30

3:10 am-12:34 am

1 stop23h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/20

7:54 am-12:10 am

1 stop14h 16m

$654

Sao PauloChicago

VCP - ORD

VCPORD

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 9/24

5:55 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops30h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

3:22 pm-10:40 am

2 stops17h 18m

$676

Sao PauloChicago

GRU - ORD

GRUORD

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-10:34 pm

2 stops18h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

3:22 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops19h 48m

$676

Sao PauloChicago

CGH - ORD

CGHORD

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Wed 9/24

6:30 am-5:04 pm

2 stops36h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

9:55 am-6:05 am

2 stops42h 10m

$685

Sao PauloChicago

VCP - ORD

VCPORD

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Fri 8/1

11:30 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop21h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

$695

Sao PauloSt. Louis

GRU - STL

GRUSTL

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 5/7

11:15 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop20h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/19

6:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 00m

$709

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Best time to book a flight from Sao Paulo to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sao Paulo to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Sao Paulo to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAO to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Illinois. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

The most flights from SAO to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Illinois. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Azul, Delta and Copa Airlines from Sao Paulo to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,754 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,700 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sao Paulo to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sao Paulo to Illinois one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $330. GOL flights start at $377 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $449 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sao Paulo to Illinois?

    While some choose either Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Chicago Midway or Sao Paulo Viracopos - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Sao Paulo to Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois?

    The cheapest flight price from Sao Paulo to Illinois is $297. On average you can expect to pay $1,035. The most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $594.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sao Paulo to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sao Paulo to Illinois by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sao Paulo to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Sao Paulo to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Sao Paulo to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sao Paulo to Illinois. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$651Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$851Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AzulCheapest$863Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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