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$314+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sao Paulo, Brazil (SAO)

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SFO — SAO
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$651
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$314
(Copa Airlines)

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,196
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2711:58 pmSFO - GRU
1 stop25h 22mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/2412:30 amGRU - SFO
1 stop27h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$732
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:00 pmSFO - GRU
2 stops39h 55mLATAM Airlines
Mon 3/3110:05 amGRU - SFO
1 stop18h 19mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/18$747
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/3112:44 amSFO - GRU
1 stop18h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/2911:10 pmGRU - SFO
2 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$750
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2312:59 amSFO - GRU
1 stop25h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/3110:20 pmGRU - SFO
1 stop29h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:00 pmSFO - GRU
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Sun 12/299:15 pmGRU - SFO
1 stop18h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,054
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2912:33 amSFO - GRU
1 stop22h 42mCopa Airlines
Sat 1/111:35 amGRU - SFO
1 stop20h 58mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,207
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2710:30 amSFO - VCP
2 stops24h 45mGOL
Sat 1/2511:10 pmVCP - SFO
2 stops52h 57mGOL
Deal found 12/18$1,218
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/298:30 amSFO - GRU
1 stop21h 00mAir Canada
Sun 1/129:45 pmGRU - SFO
1 stop29h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$1,297
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/277:22 amSFO - CGH
2 stops25h 53mGOL
Sat 1/2511:35 amCGH - SFO
2 stops29h 22mGOL
Deal found 12/18$1,297
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:35 amSFO - GRU
2 stops20h 35mAvianca
Wed 1/294:35 pmGRU - SFO
2 stops24h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/19$1,312
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/257:22 amSFO - GRU
1 stop17h 43mGOL
Sun 1/1912:30 amGRU - SFO
1 stop16h 27mGOL
Deal found 12/19$1,326
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/2710:05 pmSFO - VCP
1 stop29h 40mAzul
Sat 1/2511:05 amVCP - SFO
1 stop27h 25mAzul
Deal found 12/18$1,697

Find flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo 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 December 19, 2024.

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San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

8:10 am-8:50 am

2 stops20h 40m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 5/17

10:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop29h 14m

$643

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Sat 4/5

10:46 pm-9:30 am

1 stop30h 44m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 4/13

10:20 pm-9:20 am

1 stop39h 00m

$647

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

12:44 am-12:15 am

1 stop18h 31m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 2/10

1:50 am-5:33 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$651

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-5:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 3/9

10:50 pm-1:48 pm

1 stop18h 58m

$660

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

1:00 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 2/1

10:40 am-9:52 am

2 stops28h 12m

$671

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Thu 2/6

6:00 am-8:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 2/18

12:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop25h 04m

$686

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

7:00 am-8:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 1/24

12:30 am-11:07 pm

1 stop27h 37m

$752

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - VCP

SFOVCP

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

1:15 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 2/12

8:00 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops29h 48m

$770

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - CGH

SFOCGH

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

1:15 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Wed 2/12

12:30 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops37h 33m

$775

San FranciscoSao Paulo

SFO - GRU

SFOGRU

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

8:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 3/11

8:25 pm-10:52 am

1 stop18h 27m

$780

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Sao Paulo in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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 San Francisco-Sao Paulo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Sao Paulo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Sao Paulo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Sao Paulo 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 San Francisco-Sao Paulo 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 San Francisco to Sao Paulo

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo (average of $691). Flying from San Francisco to Sao Paulo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,013). 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 SFO to SAO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Sao Paulo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Sao Paulo. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Sao Paulo flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Sao Paulo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sao Paulo ranges from 0.8 - 9.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sao Paulo when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Sao Paulo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sao Paulo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sao Paulo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sao Paulo. 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 Sao Paulo. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Azul and Delta from San Francisco to Sao Paulo have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.0
Very good
821 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

Azul
8.0
Very good
821 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
821 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
821 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,720 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
821 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
821 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,924 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
821 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo. 10 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Sao Paulo per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Sao Paulo round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Sao Paulo is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $651 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and LATAM Airlines, starting at $660 and $667 round-trip. Copa Airlines is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo are Copa Airlines ($314), United Airlines ($317), and American Airlines ($319).

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

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to Sao Paulo are San Francisco - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl, San Francisco - Sao Paulo Viracopos and San Francisco - Sao Paulo Congonhas.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Sao Paulo?

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Sao Paulo flights that have layovers will stop in Panama City.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park are the most popular attractions in Panama City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park can be accessed by traveling approximately 14.7 mi, 15.1 mi, and 18.4 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $12 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Sao Paulo flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Atlanta.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Sao Paulo 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 San Francisco to Sao Paulo?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo (average of $691). Flying from San Francisco to Sao Paulo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,013). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Sao Paulo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$454Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$492Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$494Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$497Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$516Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$555Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$583Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$711Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$767Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AzulCheapest$1,064Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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