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

As of October 2025, 570 flights take off from Sao Paulo and land in Rio de Janeiro each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 35% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

The number of flights available between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 81 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00a.m., with 45% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

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

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?

As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

C$ 53 Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in 2025/26

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 C$ 107 to C$ 216. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 91.

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8:20 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.VCP-GIG

1h 15mdirect

6:20 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.GIG-VCP

1h 20mdirect

C$ 91GOL

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Sun, 25 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

8:20 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.VCP-GIG

1h 15mdirect

6:20 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.GIG-VCP

1h 20mdirect

C$ 98GOL

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Thu, 15 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan

7:40 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.VCP-GIG

1h 15mdirect

7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.GIG-VCP

1h 15mdirect

C$ 102GOL

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Fri, 20 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

9:50 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.VCP-GIG

1h 10mdirect

7:50 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.GIG-VCP

1h 20mdirect

C$ 105GOL

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Mon, 23 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb

8:05 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.VCP-GIG

1h 20mdirect

7:45 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.GIG-VCP

1h 20mdirect

C$ 106GOL

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Fri, 3 Apr - Sun, 5 Apr

3:35 a.m. - 4:40 a.m.VCP-GIG

1h 05mdirect

9:40 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.GIG-VCP

1h 15mdirect

C$ 126Azul

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Sun, 4 Jan - Thu, 8 Jan

6:35 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.GRU-SDU

1h 00mdirect

5:30 p.m. - 6:35 p.m.SDU-GRU

1h 05mdirect

C$ 129Azul

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Thu, 4 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec

8:35 a.m. - 9:35 a.m.GRU-SDU

1h 00mdirect

8:10 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.SDU-GRU

1h 05mdirect

C$ 155Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Thu, 8 Jan

8:25 a.m. - 9:25 a.m.GRU-GIG

1h 00mdirect

6:45 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.GIG-GRU

1h 15mdirect

C$ 165LATAM Airlines

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Thu, 4 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec

6:00 a.m. - 7:35 p.m.GRU-SDU

13h 35m1 stop

5:30 p.m. - 6:35 p.m.SDU-GRU

1h 05mdirect

C$ 185Multiple Airlines

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GOL flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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GOL

25 Jan

VCP8:20 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

1h 15m

GIG9:35 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

29 Jan

GIG6:20 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 20m

VCP7:40 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

C$ 91

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GOL

15 Jan

VCP8:20 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

1h 15m

GIG9:35 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

21 Jan

GIG6:20 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 20m

VCP7:40 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

C$ 98

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GOL

20 Mar

VCP7:40 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

1h 15m

GIG8:55 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

22 Mar

GIG7:45 a.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 15m

VCP9:00 a.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

C$ 102

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Azul

4 Jan

VCP3:35 a.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

1h 05m

GIG4:40 a.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

8 Jan

GIG9:40 a.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 15m

VCP10:55 a.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

C$ 126

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Azul

4 Dec

GRU6:35 a.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 00m

SDU7:35 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

13 Dec

SDU5:30 p.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 05m

GRU6:35 p.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

C$ 129

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Azul

5 Jan

GRU6:35 a.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 00m

SDU7:35 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

8 Jan

SDU8:10 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 05m

GRU9:15 a.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

C$ 139

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Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Sun 25/1

8:20 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 29/1

6:20 p.m.-7:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 91

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Thu 15/1

8:20 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 21/1

6:20 p.m.-7:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 98

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Fri 20/3

7:40 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 22/3

7:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 102

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Mon 23/2

9:50 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 25/2

7:50 a.m.-9:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 105

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Fri 3/4

8:05 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 5/4

7:45 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 106

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Sun 4/1

3:35 a.m.-4:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 8/1

9:40 a.m.-10:55 a.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 126

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 4/12

6:35 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 13/12

5:30 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

C$ 129

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 21/12

8:35 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 8/1

8:10 a.m.-9:15 a.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

C$ 155

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 4/12

8:25 a.m.-9:25 a.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 13/12

6:45 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 165

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 4/12

6:00 a.m.-7:35 p.m.

1 stop13h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 13/12

5:30 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

C$ 185

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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?

The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo, with most prices found around C$ 111. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of July, then book flights to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo during June instead. Flights to Rio de Janeiro in June, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around C$ 113.

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 167. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Sao Paulo because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 250.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Rio de Janeiro is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in the morning for as low as C$ 170. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Rio de Janeiro are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of C$ 207. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 C$ 166 when searching weeks out. 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 C$ 115 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 October 2025, prices for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro takes 1h 00m

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?
The straight-line distance from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is 359.6 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 00m.
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?
As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rio de Janeiro?
The required travel and health documents for your Rio de Janeiro trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rio de Janeiro. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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 Boeing 737-800, representing 22.07% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 195 E2 at 15.70%, Embraer 195 at 14.10%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 12.21%.
What is the most popular airline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is Azul, representing 100% of all bookings.

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Azul	PriceFrom C$ 146	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 817 reviews		Search Azul flights

Azul Flights From Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
Azul flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro start from C$ 146 round-trip. Over the 110 Azul flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually C$ 188 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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

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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?

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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 October 2025, prices for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 18% 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 and Azul 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?

The number of flights available between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 81 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00a.m., with 45% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

As of October 2025, 570 flights take off from Sao Paulo and land in Rio de Janeiro each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 35% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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