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Cheap flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil from £42

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAO — GIG
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in June or August, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£49

One-way from

£42

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£88

Good one-way deal

£46 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 22/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
GOL
  • GOL
  • 28/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£11 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 22/417:35CGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/420:30GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£55
Wed 12/318:20CGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Wed 19/308:50GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Deal found 20/2£57
Tue 18/322:05GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 10mGOL
Wed 19/318:25GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Deal found 20/2£62
Sat 22/316:30GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mLATAM Airlines
Sat 29/315:25GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 20/2£82
Sat 22/322:50GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/314:35GIG - GRU
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£122
Sat 22/310:25CGH - GIG
1 stop3h 25mAzul
Sat 29/319:00GIG - CGH
1 stop3h 25mAzul
Deal found 20/2£189
Tue 22/408:45CGH - GIG
1 stop4h 00mLATAM Airlines
Mon 28/414:15GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 20mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 19/2£208
Thu 24/407:20GRU - GIG
1 stop17h 05mAvianca
Sun 27/401:30GIG - GRU
1 stop13h 50mAvianca
Deal found 20/2£780

Find flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Sao Paulo

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 22/4

08:35-09:35

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 28/4

10:20-11:25

Nonstop1h 05m

£49

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - GIG

CGHGIG

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Fri 16/5

14:25-15:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 18/5

18:40-20:00

Nonstop1h 20m

£51

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - GIG

CGHGIG

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 22/4

17:35-18:55

Nonstop1h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 28/4

20:30-21:50

Nonstop1h 20m

£55

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 18/3

22:05-23:15

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 19/3

18:25-19:40

Nonstop1h 15m

£62

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 22/3

22:50-23:55

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 23/3

14:35-22:35

1 stop8h 00m

£122

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - GIG

CGHGIG

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sat 22/3

10:25-13:50

1 stop3h 25m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 29/3

19:00-22:25

1 stop3h 25m

£189

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - GIG

CGHGIG

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 22/4

08:45-12:45

1 stop4h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 28/4

14:15-15:35

Nonstop1h 20m

£208

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 24/4

07:20-00:25

1 stop17h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 27/4

01:30-15:20

1 stop13h 50m

£780

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - GIG

CGHGIG

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Mon 28/7

18:15-19:35

Nonstop1h 20m

£42

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 15/5

18:00-19:05

Nonstop1h 05m

£42

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Travel insights for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 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 Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £857). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,255). 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 GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 84% on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from SAO to GIG are scheduled on a Friday (109 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aerolineas Argentinas, Azul and Copa Airlines from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

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.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

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.

8.0
Very Good

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

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.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

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.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

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.

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

5.7

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.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £49, LATAM Airlines will fly you from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and back. In addition to LATAM Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from GOL and Azul - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £51 and £189, respectively. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for GOL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £42. Users have also found prices from £48 and £449 on LATAM Airlines and Aerolineas Argentinas, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Japan Airlines (92%), Virgin Atlantic (92%) and Ethiopian Air (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is £43. On average you can expect to pay £96. The most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), can usually be booked for £56.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of £857). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,255). 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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