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?

As of August 2025, 1,063 flights take off from Sao Paulo and land in Rio de Janeiro each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% 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 151 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.m., with 45% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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 August 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.

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1:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.CGH-SDU

0h 55mdirect

8:30 a.m. - 9:35 a.m.SDU-CGH

1h 05mdirect

C$ 83GOL

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Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct

7:00 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.CGH-SDU

1h 05mdirect

4:30 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.SDU-CGH

1h 05mdirect

C$ 86GOL

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Sat, 27 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct

6:05 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.VCP-GIG

1h 15mdirect

4:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.GIG-VCP

1h 20mdirect

C$ 86GOL

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Thu, 30 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

10:10 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.CGH-SDU

1h 00mdirect

8:15 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.SDU-CGH

1h 10mdirect

C$ 88GOL

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Tue, 9 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep

4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.CGH-SDU

1h 00mdirect

8:45 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.SDU-CGH

1h 10mdirect

C$ 90GOL

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Mon, 13 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct

6:40 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.GRU-SDU

1h 00mdirect

11:25 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.SDU-GRU

1h 00mdirect

C$ 91Azul

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Thu, 16 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct

7:40 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.VCP-GIG

1h 10mdirect

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

1h 20mdirect

C$ 94GOL

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Wed, 15 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct

7:30 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.CGH-SDU

1h 05mdirect

4:30 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.SDU-CGH

1h 05mdirect

C$ 95GOL

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Sun, 5 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct

9:45 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.VCP-GIG

1h 10mdirect

5:40 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.GIG-VCP

1h 20mdirect

C$ 95GOL

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Wed, 8 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct

7:35 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.GRU-SDU

1h 00mdirect

11:25 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.SDU-GRU

1h 00mdirect

C$ 127Azul

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Sat, 6 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec

GOL flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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GOL

1 Sep

CGH7:35 p.m.Sao Paulo Congonhas

0h 55m

SDU8:30 p.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

4 Sep

SDU8:55 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 10m

CGH10:05 a.m.Sao Paulo Congonhas

C$ 83

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GOL

30 Oct

VCP6:05 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

1h 15m

GIG7:20 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

4 Nov

GIG4:05 p.m.Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

1h 20m

VCP5:25 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

C$ 86

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GOL

9 Sep

CGH10:10 a.m.Sao Paulo Congonhas

1h 00m

SDU11:10 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

9 Sep

SDU8:15 p.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 10m

CGH9:25 p.m.Sao Paulo Congonhas

C$ 88

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Azul flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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Azul

16 Oct

GRU6:40 a.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 00m

SDU7:40 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

21 Oct

SDU11:25 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 00m

GRU12:25 p.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

C$ 91

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Azul

6 Dec

GRU7:35 a.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1h 00m

SDU8:35 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

9 Dec

SDU11:25 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 00m

GRU12:25 p.m.Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

C$ 127

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Azul

6 Dec

VCP8:10 a.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

1h 00m

SDU9:10 a.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

9 Dec

SDU6:50 p.m.Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

1h 10m

VCP8:00 p.m.Sao Paulo Viracopos

C$ 178

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Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sat 18/10

1:00 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

Nonstop0h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 25/10

8:30 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

C$ 83

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sat 27/9

7:00 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 1/10

4:30 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

C$ 86

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Thu 30/10

6:05 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 4/11

4:05 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 86

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 9/9

10:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 9/9

8:15 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 10m

C$ 88

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Mon 13/10

4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 16/10

8:45 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 10m

C$ 90

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 16/10

6:40 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 21/10

11:25 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

C$ 91

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 15/10

7:40 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 24/10

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

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 94

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sun 5/10

7:30 a.m.-8:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 11/10

4:30 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 05m

C$ 95

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - GIG

VCPGIG

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 8/10

9:45 a.m.-10:55 a.m.

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 10/10

5:40 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 95

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 6/12

7:35 a.m.-8:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 9/12

11:25 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 00m

C$ 127

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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$ 109. 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 Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Rio de Janeiro. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 149. 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$ 246.

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 evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in the evening for as low as C$ 149. 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$ 204. 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?

Fly from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl for the best Sao Paulo - Rio de Janeiro flight prices

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$ 155 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 August 2025, prices for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights are approximately 33% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	C$ 43
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 C$ 43. The best round-trip flight deal from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 83.

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?
The straight-line distance from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is 359.6 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 0h 55m.
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 August 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 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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is Azul, representing 78% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is GOL at 22%.

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Azul	PriceFrom C$ 137	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 806 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$ 99 round-trip. Over the 181 Azul flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually C$ 134 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?

Fly from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 33% 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?

The number of flights available between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 151 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00a.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 August 2025, 1,063 flights take off from Sao Paulo and land in Rio de Janeiro each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% 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?

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?

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

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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