GRU - RIO

C$ 53 Find Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro departing on 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
C$ 94
Overall average: C$ 199
GOL
Sat 28/2Wed 4/3
GRU - GIG • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 53
Typical prices: C$ 76-C$ 213
GOL
Sun 29/3
GRU - GIG • Direct
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Azul provides Wi-Fi and free snacks on this route.
LATAM offers free messaging with Wi-Fi onboard.
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Cheapest • 1% average savings
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (GRU-RIO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Sat, 28 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
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6:00 a.m. - 7:05 a.m.
GRU
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GIG
1h 05mdirect
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8:45 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.
GIG
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GRU
1h 20mdirect
C$ 94GOL
Sat, 28 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
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6:00 a.m. - 7:05 a.m.
GRU
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GIG
1h 05mdirect
GOL Logo
6:00 a.m. - 7:20 a.m.
GIG
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GRU
1h 20mdirect
C$ 102GOL
Wed, 25 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar
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6:00 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.
GRU
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GIG
1h 10mdirect
GOL Logo
6:20 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.
GIG
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GRU
1h 20mdirect
C$ 105GOL
Mon, 19 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
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6:35 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.
GRU
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SDU
1h 00mdirect
Azul Logo
8:10 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
SDU
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GRU
1h 05mdirect
C$ 176Azul
Sat, 14 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
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12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
GRU
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SDU
1h 00mdirect
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8:05 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.
SDU
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GRU
1h 15mdirect
C$ 184LATAM Airlines
Sat, 14 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
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12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
GRU
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SDU
1h 00mdirect
LATAM Airlines Logo
8:05 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.
SDU
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GRU
1h 15mdirect
C$ 187LATAM Airlines
Fri, 16 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
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6:35 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.
GRU
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SDU
1h 00mdirect
Azul Logo
8:10 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
SDU
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GRU
1h 05mdirect
C$ 191Azul
Wed, 31 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
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6:35 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.
GRU
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SDU
1h 00mdirect
Azul Logo
11:20 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
SDU
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GRU
1h 05mdirect
C$ 347Azul
Thu, 25 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan
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8:25 a.m. - 9:25 a.m.
GRU
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SDU
1h 00mdirect
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2:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
SDU
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GRU
1h 05mdirect
C$ 1,189LATAM Airlines
Thu, 25 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan
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12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
GRU
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SDU
1h 00mdirect
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2:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
SDU
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GRU
1h 05mdirect
C$ 1,191LATAM Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro costs C$ 136 on the route between Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU) and Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 1% cheaper than other Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport-Rio de Janeiro routes. The most popular route is between Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Rio de Janeiro on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro is July, where tickets cost C$ 112 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 176 and C$ 172 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 55% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Azul

Azul offers free snacks like chips and guava cookies on short domestic flights.


All Azul planes have Wi-Fi, providing fast internet even on short domestic flights.

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LATAM's Wi-Fi is available on all narrowbody flights in Brazil for free messaging.


LATAM Premium Economy offers priority check-in and lounge access for a smoother travel experience.

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Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightC$ 53
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro-Galeao Airport

When to book flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights

  • If you have a minor traveling alone from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Rio de Janeiro, you can book LATAM Airlines (12 to 17 years old), GOL Airlines (8 to 16 years old), or Azul Airlines (5 to 16 years old). This service is available on direct flights only. Your child will receive the necessary assistance throughout the flight.

    For hotels at Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport (GIG), you can check into Aerotel in the International Terminal or Rio Aeroporto Hotel on the third floor of Terminal 1. Linx Hotel International Airport Galeao is the best nearby option, with a free airport shuttle that leaves every 20 minutes.

  • What is the best arrival airport in Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport (GIG), approximately 12.4 miles from the city center, is Rio's largest and busiest airport. On the other hand, Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is smaller and much closer to downtown Rio, approximately 4.3 miles. Both airports serve a fair share of direct and one-stop flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU). If you’re staying in downtown Rio, SDU is the best arrival airport.

  • How do I get to downtown Rio from Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport (GIG)?

    GIG, which is slightly far from downtown Rio, has several transportation options available to get you to the city center. You can take the Rapid Transport bus (BRT), the quickest option from the airport. The BRT utilizes exclusive travel lanes and will get you to central Rio in around 20 minutes. The air-conditioned Real Auto Bus (Premium) is a cheaper transportation option to downtown Rio. You may also consider taxis, car rentals, and hotel shuttles.

  • What is the carry-on weight allowance for direct flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    All direct flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Rio de Janeiro have a maximum carry-on weight allowance of up to 22 lb. LATAM Airlines and GOL Airlines allow one piece of hand baggage and one personal item, while Azul Airlines limits you to one piece of carry-on baggage. You can upgrade your ticket if you want to bring more carry-on baggage.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro was C$ 53 for a one-way ticket and C$ 94 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    On your way to Rio de Janeiro, you’ll fly out from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl. You’ll be landing in one of Rio de Janeiro’s 2 airports: Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl or Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Delta, American Airlines, and SWISS offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    There are direct flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Rio de Janeiro with an airline and back to Sao Paulo with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to Rio de Janeiro

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 91 or less one-way.
  • Which other cities can I fly to from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway?
  • Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) offers domestic flights to various destinations within the US. If you wish to extend your trip, you’ll find domestic flights to Las Vegas, Omaha, Rapid City, Indianapolis, Minot, Bellingham, and Des Moines. WestJet operates seasonal flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to Calgary in Canada.
  • The Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) flight route features several direct and one-stop flights. If you opt for a one-stop flight, you’ll likely have a layover at Ribeirao Preto (RAO), Vitoria (VIX), Curitiba (CWB), Belo Horizonte (CNF), Salvador (SSA), Brasilia (BSB), Porto Alegre (POA), or Florianopolis (FLN).
  • GOL Airlines is the only airline with eco-friendly flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Rio de Janeiro. You’ll find direct flights that emit 18% less CO₂ than most flights on this route. The airline has minimized greenhouse gas emissions by adopting sustainable practices like increasing fuel efficiency.
  • Regardless of your travel class, you can check into one of the lounges at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) before your flight to Rio. Accessible lounges at the airport include GOL Premium Lounge (Domestic), Plaza Premium Lounge, and Villa GRU. They feature comfortable seats, free internet, work spaces, and entertainment and dining options.

Prefer to fly direct from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Rio de Janeiro.
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Direct departures

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Rio de Janeiro

Monday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Tuesday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Wednesday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Thursday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Friday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Saturday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Sunday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

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Direct returns

Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Monday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Tuesday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Wednesday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Thursday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Friday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Saturday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

Sunday

Azul,GOL,LATAM Airlines

Azul,GOL, +1 more

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Reviews of the top airline flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
LATAM AirlinesOverall score based on 1889 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.6Boarding
7.0Entertainment
8.0Crew
6.7Food
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Good flight, boarding ok and crew very nice. Flight was not full so I was able to be very comfortable. Blanket and pillow provided with was good as it was very cold during the flight . Food was very good(small snack sandwich and an excellent piece of orange cake). Overall good flight, no complaints.

10.0 ExcellentMaría Victoria, Nov 2025
GRU - COR
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Good flight, boarding ok and crew very nice. Flight was not full so I was able to be very comfortable. Blanket and pillow provided with was good as it was very cold during the flight . Food was very good(small snack sandwich and an excellent piece of orange cake). Overall good flight, no complaints.

I like this airline a lot no problems at all, except being forced to check a carry-on bag ., Overall very good airline

Latam may be the worst airline in the world, far worse than even the lowest of low cost airlines in the USA. I wasted hours trying to PAY THEM TO CHECK A BAG! Then they misled me at the terminal, sent me through the wrong security line, the list goes on and on... Just absolutely terrible in every way. Avoid at all costs.

Poor, the airline was not able to help me move flights.

Check in -- in business took over 30 mins as there was only one attendant. Boarding was also a mess. The seat was too narrow and was not working properly. Food was very bad and the entertainment very poor. Crew was very polite and helpful, in fairness.

The way the Pilot made all announcements, specially the way he congratulated the entire crew as the best team ever, making a comment that due to them they were able to shorter the delay to the destination. Amazing flight .

we were missing our luggage, trying to find someone to have any empathy was pretty much not happening....

Just to drop my already labeled bag it took 50 minutes inline. Completely disappointed with Latam operation at GRU

I’m entitled to a refund per LATAM due to the mid flight itinerary change and being stuck in São Paulo for 24 hours and needing to get a hotel. The airline was dismissive and of no help.

I couldn't travel, now I can't get a refund and to change the date I have to pay an absurd fine.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Sao Paulo (GRU)