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Cheap flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from £32

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAO — RIO
9 Feb — 16 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in October or August, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). 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 4 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£49

One-way from

£32

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£90

Good round-trip deal

£78 or less

Good one-way deal

£34 or less
GOL
  • GOL
  • 9/5-22/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 20/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 00m total
  • Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£2 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO).

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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 4 February 2025.

Fri 9/506:25CGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Sun 11/516:15GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 20mGOL
Deal found 4/2£49
Mon 11/818:00GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Sun 17/806:00GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 20mGOL
Deal found 4/2£56
Mon 11/814:50GRU - SDU
Nonstop1h 00mAzul
Sun 17/807:50SDU - GRU
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Deal found 4/2£58
Mon 11/810:55CGH - SDU
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Sun 17/808:45SDU - CGH
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Deal found 4/2£62
Mon 23/606:40CGH - SDU
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Mon 23/612:30SDU - CGH
Nonstop1h 10mGOL
Deal found 4/2£68
Mon 10/319:20VCP - SDU
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Sat 15/307:50SDU - VCP
Nonstop1h 05mAzul
Deal found 4/2£82
Mon 10/308:35GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 00mLATAM Airlines
Sat 15/305:15GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/2£84
Sat 22/308:00GRU - GIG
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/305:00GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2£108
Mon 10/309:00GRU - SDU
1 stop10h 35mGOL
Sat 15/309:35SDU - GRU
1 stop10h 50mGOL
Deal found 4/2£113
Tue 11/308:05GRU - SDU
Nonstop0h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 13/321:20SDU - GRU
1 stop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/2£136
Sat 17/517:55VCP - SDU
1 stop4h 30mGOL
Fri 23/506:00SDU - VCP
1 stop4h 40mGOL
Deal found 3/2£148
Tue 18/219:15GRU - SDU
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/315:00SDU - GRU
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2£159

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

Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 February 2025.

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Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - GIG

CGHGIG

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Fri 9/5

06:25-07:30

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 22/5

16:15-17:35

Nonstop1h 20m

£49

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 24/5

06:05-07:10

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 25/5

06:00-07:20

Nonstop1h 20m

£57

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 10/3

14:50-15:50

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 15/3

07:45-08:50

Nonstop1h 05m

£66

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Mon 23/6

06:40-07:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 23/6

12:30-13:40

Nonstop1h 10m

£68

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

VCP - SDU

VCPSDU

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Mon 10/3

19:20-20:25

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 15/3

07:50-08:55

Nonstop1h 05m

£82

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 10/3

08:35-09:35

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 15/3

05:15-06:25

Nonstop1h 10m

£84

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 22/3

08:00-19:15

1 stop11h 15m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 24/3

05:00-06:10

Nonstop1h 10m

£108

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sat 8/3

12:00-13:00

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 13/3

16:25-17:35

Nonstop1h 10m

£111

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 10/3

09:00-19:35

1 stop10h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 15/3

09:35-20:25

1 stop10h 50m

£113

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 11/3

08:05-09:00

Nonstop0h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 13/3

21:20-07:10

1 stop9h 50m

£136

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

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Travel insights for flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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

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 return flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (average of £857). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro 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 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 4 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 68% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on 2 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 4 February 2025.

The most flights from SAO to RIO are scheduled on a Tuesday (207 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 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 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 when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

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 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

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 4 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Azul, Aerolineas Argentinas and Copa Airlines from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

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.

8.1
Very Good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

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 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?

    Flying on GOL is currently your cheapest option to Rio de Janeiro, with prices starting at £49. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Azul and LATAM Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £66 and £84, respectively. GOL is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    £32 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from LATAM Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on GOL and Azul, with prices starting from £32 and £35, respectively.

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

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

    Consider Royal Air Maroc (94%), Japan Airlines (93%) or Virgin Atlantic (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is £35. On average you can expect to pay £95. The most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), can usually be booked for £70.

  • 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 holiday 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (average of £857). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro 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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