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July 18 - July 25

Cheapest

Best

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

$126

$69

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July 14 - July 28

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

$108

$73

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July 16 - July 21

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

$121

$74

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August 14 - August 27

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

$95

$74

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July 29 - July 31

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

$118

$76

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July 23 - July 28

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

$118

$76

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July 13 - July 21

Earliest

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

$115

$76

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September 15 - September 22

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

$89

$76

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August 19 - August 28

Best

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

$158

$77

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August 19 - August 29

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

$154

$77

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Insights for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

For travelers planning cheap flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, December stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $52. Other budget-friendly options include January, with a median fare of $55, and November, where the median fare is $56. These months offer the lowest prices for this route.

Fares for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro typically range from $74–$315, with a median price of $133. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

When considering direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, with 67.3% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries, most typically involve one connection. This gives travelers flexibility in choosing between direct convenience and potentially more varied connecting options.

A typical journey from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro takes approximately 2h 10m, including any connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, providing a realistic expectation for the total travel time between these two cities. The route covers a distance of 360 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Regular price: $96 - $385

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

The regular price range for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is $96 to $385. The current lowest deal is $69 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Jul 18-Jul 25.

now $69

Low $96

High $385

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is December, with a median price of $52. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $221. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $52

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $221

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Direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (GRU) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$140

$85

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (GRU) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$143

$80

One-way

Sat, Jul 11

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (GRU) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$140

$82

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (GRU) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$143

$82

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (CGH) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$115

$76

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (CGH) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$108

$73

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

$177 → $77

56%

6 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 19

$186 → $91

51%

3 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 15

$174 → $80

54%

9 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 30

$185 → $92

50%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are above the typical level, with a median price of $133.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $52.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 10m

The typical direct flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro takes 2 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

67.3% of deals are direct

67.3% of recent deals for this route are direct, with frequent daily deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available on 10% of deals

Historically, 10% of deals from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are considered good prices.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

Viracopos International (VCP)

Cheapest

Viracopos International Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~90 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

São Paulo–Congonhas (CGH)

São Paulo–Congonhas Airport is a convenient choice for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$73

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport is a major hub for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$78

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport is a good arrival option for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~10 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport is an alternative arrival option for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~20 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$84

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~1 km from Rio de Janeiro city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$73

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

Tancredo Neves International (CNF)

Cheapest

Consider CNF for flights to Minas Gerais, offering a major hub with domestic and some international connectivity.

📍 ~380 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$62

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Sep 01

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$175

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Aug 31

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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$175

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80% AI deal score

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$175

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79% AI deal score

$9,894

$4,879

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Sep 15

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79% AI deal score

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$184

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Aug 05

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79% AI deal score

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$184

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79% AI deal score

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$184

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Sep 13

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79% AI deal score

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$186

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$186

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Aug 24

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$376

$186

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Aug 11

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$375

$186

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79% AI deal score

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$186

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Sep 08

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

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$186

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Aug 20

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$378

$186

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Sep 07

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$382

$186

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Aug 26

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$375

$186

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$375

$186

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Oct 28

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

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$186

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Aug 26

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$375

$186

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Sep 08

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$380

$186

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Oct 05

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79% AI deal score

$377

$187

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

79% AI deal score

$386

$191

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Sep 14

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

78% AI deal score

$9,537

$4,879

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78% AI deal score

$9,478

$4,879

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Sep 09

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78% AI deal score

$9,466

$4,879

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Sep 02

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78% AI deal score

$9,681

$4,879

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Sep 03

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78% AI deal score

$9,463

$4,879

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Sep 14

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78% AI deal score

$9,668

$4,885

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

78% AI deal score

$9,478

$4,886

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Oct 10

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

78% AI deal score

$378

$191

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

78% AI deal score

$378

$191

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Oct 13

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

78% AI deal score

$375

$191

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Oct 15

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

78% AI deal score

$372

$191

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

78% AI deal score

$375

$191

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Nov 05

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

77% AI deal score

$305

$175

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Nov 16

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

75% AI deal score

$303

$191

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Nov 18

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

75% AI deal score

$305

$191

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Jul 30

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

74% AI deal score

$248

$175

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Jul 31

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

74% AI deal score

$248

$175

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Jul 27

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

74% AI deal score

$247

$175

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Jul 28

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74% AI deal score

$246

$175

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Jul 17

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

73% AI deal score

$247

$175

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Jun 17

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

69% AI deal score

$6,958

$5,170

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Jun 18

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68% AI deal score

$6,745

$5,104

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Jun 19

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68% AI deal score

$6,792

$5,170

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Jun 17

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68% AI deal score

$6,664

$5,170

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Jul 22

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67% AI deal score

$5,469

$4,086

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67% AI deal score

$5,601

$4,206

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67% AI deal score

$6,564

$5,273

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66% AI deal score

$5,078

$4,206

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50% AI deal score

$6,003

$5,274

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49% AI deal score

$5,685

$5,227

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49% AI deal score

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$5,228

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49% AI deal score

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49% AI deal score

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48% AI deal score

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$5,227

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47% AI deal score

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47% AI deal score

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$5,228

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47% AI deal score

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47% AI deal score

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

46% AI deal score

$5,313

$5,227

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46% AI deal score

$5,254

$5,252

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44% AI deal score

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44% AI deal score

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41% AI deal score

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40% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $178. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, however, sees a significant price increase, with an average cost of $720. Planning ahead by at least 28 days can lead to considerable savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is considered to be around $74. The median price for this route was $133. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed flights costing $315 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $74 threshold.

Historically, December has been one of the cheapest months to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, with a median price of $52. January and November also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $55 and $56 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $133, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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