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$34+ Cheap flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAO — RIO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$62
(GOL)

One-way from

$34
(GOL)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$104

Good round-trip deal

$87 or less

Good one-way deal

$40 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

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.
Fri 7/49:45 amVCP - GIG
Nonstop1h 20mGOL
Wed 7/97:45 amGIG - VCP
Nonstop1h 20mGOL
Deal found 3/31$62
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.
Thu 5/2910:55 amCGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 10mGOL
Sat 5/3112:45 pmGIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 25mGOL
Deal found 3/30$66
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/294:10 pmCGH - SDU
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Sat 5/319:25 amSDU - CGH
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Deal found 3/30$68
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.
Fri 5/306:05 amGRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Sat 5/315:55 amGIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Deal found 3/30$72
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.
Fri 5/306:45 amCGH - SDU
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Sun 6/16:55 amSDU - CGH
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Deal found 3/30$73
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2612:00 pmVCP - SDU
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Sat 7/53:10 pmSDU - VCP
Nonstop1h 10mAzul
Deal found 3/30$75
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 6/255:55 pmVCP - SDU
1 stop4h 30mGOL
Sun 6/296:00 amSDU - VCP
1 stop4h 40mGOL
Deal found 3/30$88
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/283:55 pmCGH - SDU
Nonstop1h 00mLATAM Airlines
Wed 4/306:10 amSDU - CGH
Nonstop1h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/30$91
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/267:00 amGRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 00mLATAM Airlines
Sun 6/297:35 pmGIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/30$96
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:40 amGRU - SDU
Nonstop1h 00mAzul
Wed 5/211:05 pmSDU - GRU
Nonstop1h 10mAzul
Deal found 3/30$104
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/213:45 pmVCP - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Tue 5/271:20 pmGIG - VCP
Nonstop1h 15mAzul
Deal found 3/30$113
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:00 pmVCP - SDU
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/79:35 amSDU - VCP
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$117

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Rio de Janeiro

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Depart

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Price

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Fri 7/4

9:45 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 7/9

7:45 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$62

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - GIG

CGHGIG

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Thu 5/29

10:55 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/31

12:45 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$66

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Thu 5/29

4:10 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 5/31

9:25 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$68

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 5/30

6:05 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 5/31

5:55 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$72

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Fri 5/30

6:45 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 6/1

6:55 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$73

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - SDU

VCPSDU

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Thu 6/26

12:00 pm-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 7/5

3:10 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$75

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 6/26

9:15 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/29

6:30 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$84

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - SDU

VCPSDU

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 6/25

5:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 6/29

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$88

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Mon 4/28

3:55 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 4/30

6:10 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$91

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 6/26

9:45 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 6/29

3:00 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$95

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sao Paulo-Rio de Janeiro flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sao Paulo-Rio de Janeiro flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sao Paulo-Rio de Janeiro flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sao Paulo-Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sao Paulo-Rio de Janeiro flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Explore weekly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. 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 RIO are scheduled on a Monday (201 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 on average).

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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 Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aerolineas Argentinas, Azul and LATAM Airlines from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
846 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
846 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
846 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
Azul
8.0
Very good
773 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
846 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,754 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
846 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,053 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
846 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,301 reviews
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
846 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 4
10.0
Excellent

Firuz,Dec 2024

EZE - SLA

Great airline on time and friendly staff. Check-in and boarding even at EZE was easy and straight forward and fast.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. 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 flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    GOL, at $62, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Azul and LATAM Airlines. GOL is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    $34 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from GOL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Azul and LATAM Airlines, with prices starting from $42 and $42, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    The most popular flight routes from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Sao Paulo Congonhas - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont and Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are Royal Air Maroc (93%), South African (93%) and Air Canada (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    On average you can expect to pay $108 for a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. The cheapest flight overall is $40 while the most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl) is currently priced at $72.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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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Alternative routes for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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Top 3 airlines flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. 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
AzulCheapest$36Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
GOLCheapest$53Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$69Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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