Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

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Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Azul
Mon, 1 Dec - Thu, 4 Dec
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$62 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$62
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Mon, 1 Dec from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Thu, 4 Dec, priced at AU$62 found 6 days ago
Azul
Sat, 29 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$65 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$65
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Sat, 29 Nov from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Thu, 4 Dec, priced at AU$65 found 6 days ago
Azul
Tue, 11 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$69 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$69
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Tue, 11 Nov from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 15 Nov, priced at AU$69 found 4 days ago
Azul
Mon, 1 Dec - Thu, 4 Dec
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$70 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$70
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Mon, 1 Dec from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Thu, 4 Dec, priced at AU$70 found 6 days ago
Azul
Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$71 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$71
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Tue, 25 Nov from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$71 found 6 days ago
Azul
Sat, 29 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$73 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$73
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Sat, 29 Nov from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Thu, 4 Dec, priced at AU$73 found 6 days ago
Azul
Tue, 11 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$82 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$82
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Tue, 11 Nov from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Sat, 15 Nov, priced at AU$82 found 4 days ago
Azul
Thu, 26 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$86 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$86
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Azul flight, departing Thu, 26 Feb from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Wed, 4 Mar, priced at AU$86 found 5 days ago
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Fri, 8 May - Fri, 15 May
VCP
Campinas
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
AU$114 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$114
Return
found 5 days ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Fri, 8 May from Campinas to Rio de Janeiro, returning Fri, 15 May, priced at AU$114 found 5 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Mon, 23 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar
GRU
Sao Paulo
SDU
Rio de Janeiro
AU$115 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$115
Return
found 5 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Mon, 23 Mar from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, returning Thu, 26 Mar, priced at AU$115 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from São Paulo (SAO) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$76 - AU$190 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Rio de Janeiro

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. GIG. Average driving time to city centre is 17 minutes. Flights from AU$176
GIG
Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.
Average driving time to city centre17 min
Flights from AU$176
Select flight to Santos Dumont SDU. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 2 minutes. Flights from AU$163
SDU
Santos Dumont
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre2 min
Flights from AU$163
Select flight to Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho) RRJ. Average driving time to city centre is 26 minutes. Flights from AU$320
RRJ
Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho)
Average driving time to city centre26 min
Flights from AU$320

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports)?
Round-trip journeys from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports) start from AU$62. This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports)?
We get that life can throw the odd curveball, so we've made it as simple as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just head to the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports)?
With a flight distance of 370 kilometres, it's only a hop from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports). It might be a quick one, but it's still worth packing a book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports)?
LATAM Airlines (LA) is the preferred option for many travellers. It offers 1 021 flights from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports) each month. Gol (G3) is also worth a look. It offers 812 flights per month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a great deal from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
Are Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO-All Airports) at the last minute could be your ticket to a cheap deal. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd rather avoid the risk, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back often as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

Travel information

Origin airport
Guarulhos - Governor André Franco Montoro Intl.
Destination airport
Santos Dumont
Airlines serving
Azul, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A., LATAM Airlines Group
Return price
AU$62
Distance
341 km

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