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Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, Brazil to Sao Paulo, Brazil from £24

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — SAO
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo are usually found in May or June, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Mon 29/1216:30GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Mon 5/106:15CGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Deal found 10/12£77
Wed 31/1205:45GIG - VCP
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/109:50VCP - GIG
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£79
Sat 27/1215:55GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Wed 21/120:15GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 10mGOL
Deal found 10/12£81
Mon 29/1220:45GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 20mGOL
Mon 5/121:35GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 10mGOL
Deal found 10/12£82
Mon 29/1207:50GIG - VCP
Nonstop1h 20mGOL
Mon 5/120:20VCP - GIG
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Deal found 10/12£82
Sat 27/1212:55GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Wed 21/114:30CGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 10mGOL
Deal found 11/12£83
Wed 31/1216:30GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Wed 7/106:15CGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Deal found 10/12£96
Tue 30/1206:00GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 20mGOL
Sun 4/106:00GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Deal found 11/12£96
Tue 30/1215:55GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 15mGOL
Wed 31/1220:20GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 10mGOL
Deal found 10/12£103
Wed 31/1215:00GIG - GRU
Nonstop1h 10mLATAM Airlines
Mon 5/113:20GRU - GIG
Nonstop1h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/12£108
Wed 31/1215:10GIG - VCP
1 stop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/120:20VCP - GIG
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12£109
Tue 30/1213:10GIG - CGH
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Sun 4/106:10CGH - GIG
Nonstop1h 05mGOL
Deal found 11/12£113

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) to Sao Paulo (SAO). 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£52

One-way from

£24

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£60

Good round-trip deal

£656 or less

Good one-way deal

£283 or less
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  • 14/1-17/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo
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  • 30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo
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Price

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - CGH

GIGCGH

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 14/1

08:45-10:00

Nonstop1h 15m

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sat 17/1

06:35-07:40

Nonstop1h 05m

£52

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - CGH

GIGCGH

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 15/1

15:15-16:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sun 18/1

14:40-15:50

Nonstop1h 10m

£52

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - VCP

GIGVCP

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 16/1

18:20-19:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Sun 18/1

20:20-21:35

Nonstop1h 15m

£55

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - VCP

GIGVCP

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 15/1

18:20-19:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Sun 18/1

09:50-11:00

Nonstop1h 10m

£55

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - VCP

GIGVCP

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 11/3

17:40-19:00

Nonstop1h 20m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 18/3

19:40-20:55

Nonstop1h 15m

£58

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - VCP

GIGVCP

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 15/5

08:25-09:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Fri 22/5

10:25-11:30

Nonstop1h 05m

£58

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - VCP

GIGVCP

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/4

08:25-09:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Tue 14/4

19:40-20:45

Nonstop1h 05m

£58

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - VCP

GIGVCP

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 8/4

08:25-09:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Sat 11/4

19:25-20:35

Nonstop1h 10m

£58

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - VCP

GIGVCP

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 16/2

21:10-22:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Tue 17/2

15:45-16:50

Nonstop1h 05m

£60

Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

GIG - GRU

GIGGRU

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 13/1

20:45-22:05

Nonstop1h 20m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 14/1

06:00-07:05

Nonstop1h 05m

£60

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo, you should look to book at least 45 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo (average of £31). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £47). 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 GIG to SAO?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 73% on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo. 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 12 December 2025.

The most flights from GIG to SAO are scheduled on a Friday (122 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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

About 12% of weekly flights between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes.

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

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

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

Sunday 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 Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo flights?

Over the past year, GOL have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo. 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo in 1h 15m. Fly via GOL to get the fastest option. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and Sao Paulo are separated by a distance of 225 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo are Royal Air Maroc (92%), Air China (92%) and Aeromexico (88%).

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

    While on average a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo is generally £611, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £28. When looking at the most popular route, (Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl), you can expect to pay £142 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Sao Paulo 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo (average of £31). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Sao Paulo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £47). 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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