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Cheap flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from £26

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAO — RIO
15 Aug — 22 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in March or January, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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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 16 July 2026.

Sun 16/806:05
CGH
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GIG
Nonstop1h 00m
GOL
Tue 18/821:10
GIG
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CGH
Nonstop1h 10m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£49
Mon 10/815:25
CGH
-
GIG
Nonstop1h 10m
GOL
Thu 13/814:15
GIG
-
CGH
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£50
Mon 17/819:10
CGH
-
GIG
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Fri 21/821:10
GIG
-
CGH
Nonstop1h 10m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£51
Thu 1/1014:50
CGH
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SDU
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Tue 6/1020:05
SDU
-
CGH
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£52
Sat 29/814:00
CGH
-
SDU
Nonstop0h 55m
GOL
Sun 30/806:30
SDU
-
CGH
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£53
Tue 11/809:30
CGH
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SDU
Nonstop0h 55m
GOL
Tue 18/815:55
SDU
-
CGH
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Deal found 12/7£54
Wed 12/815:40
GRU
-
SDU
Nonstop1h 05m
Azul
Thu 13/808:15
SDU
-
GRU
Nonstop1h 05m
Azul
Deal found 13/7£56
Thu 6/806:15
CGH
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SDU
Nonstop1h 00m
Azul
Sun 9/806:15
SDU
-
CGH
Nonstop1h 10m
Azul
Deal found 12/7£57
Fri 2/1006:40
GRU
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SDU
Nonstop1h 00m
Azul
Tue 6/1013:45
SDU
-
GRU
Nonstop1h 10m
Azul
Deal found 11/7£57
Mon 3/819:10
CGH
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GIG
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Mon 10/821:10
GIG
-
CGH
Nonstop1h 10m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£58
Wed 5/816:30
CGH
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SDU
Nonstop1h 00m
GOL
Tue 11/818:40
SDU
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CGH
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£59
Mon 3/819:10
CGH
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GIG
Nonstop1h 05m
GOL
Fri 28/821:10
GIG
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CGH
Nonstop1h 10m
GOL
Deal found 13/7£59

Find 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 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£49

One-way from

£26

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£74

Good round-trip deal

£111 or less

Good one-way deal

£57 or less
GOL
  • GOL
  • 16/8-18/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
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GOL
  • GOL
  • 11/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
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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 16 July 2026.
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Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 29/9

06:25-07:20

Nonstop0h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 3/10

11:00-12:05

Nonstop1h 05m

£52

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 20/10

19:40-20:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 27/10

20:00-21:10

Nonstop1h 10m

£52

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Thu 15/10

14:50-15:55

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 18/10

06:30-07:35

Nonstop1h 05m

£52

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 8/9

18:45-19:50

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Wed 9/9

11:55-13:00

Nonstop1h 05m

£54

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 12/8

15:40-16:45

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 13/8

08:15-09:20

Nonstop1h 05m

£56

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - SDU

GRUSDU

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 2/10

06:40-07:40

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 6/10

13:45-14:55

Nonstop1h 10m

£57

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

CGH - SDU

CGHSDU

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Thu 6/8

06:25-07:20

Nonstop0h 55m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 11/8

21:00-22:05

Nonstop1h 05m

£62

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sat 17/10

13:00-14:00

Nonstop1h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 24/10

14:45-15:55

Nonstop1h 10m

£75

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 27/8

22:00-23:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 30/8

06:15-07:30

Nonstop1h 15m

£75

Sao PauloRio de Janeiro

GRU - GIG

GRUGIG

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 22/9

09:15-10:20

Nonstop1h 05m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sun 27/9

22:00-23:10

Nonstop1h 10m

£75

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (average of £74). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in February is currently the most expensive (average of £108). 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 16 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 67% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 16 July 2026.

The most flights from SAO to RIO are scheduled on a Thursday (221 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

How often are flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the past year, GOL have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

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 82 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 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 11 July 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.

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 16 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Azul and GOL 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.
Azul
7.9
Good
887 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
Azul
7.9
Good
887 reviews
Azul
7.9
Good
887 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,259 reviews
Azul
7.9
Good
887 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

    A quick flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro can take about 55m. GOL provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £52. The distance from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is about 227 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • 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 £55 and £65, respectively. GOL is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The most popular route from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont. You may also consider Sao Paulo Viracopos - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont or Sao Paulo Congonhas - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

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

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (92%), TAAG (91%) or GOL (87%) 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 £29. On average you can expect to pay £145. The most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont), can usually be booked for £187.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro (average of £74). Flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in February is currently the most expensive (average of £108). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
GOLCheapest£49Average£146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AzulCheapest£55Average£104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest£65Average£111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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