How many flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 64.7% of flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro were non-stop. For flights that included a stopover, travelers typically experienced one stop. This indicates that direct flights are a common option for this route, offering a more convenient travel experience.

What's the flight time from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

The typical direct flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro has a median duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes. This route covers a distance of 360 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 7 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

Historically, good prices on flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro have been frequent. This route is classified as one with frequent deals, based on observations over a 30-day period. Travelers can often find competitive pricing when planning their trips between these two cities.

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São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

For those 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. January follows closely with a median of $55, and November offers a median fare of $56, making these months the most economical times to travel this route.

Fares for the São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro route typically range from $77–$365, with a median price of $163. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging.

A meaningful share of flights on this route are non-stop, with 64.7% of recent itineraries being direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. For the remaining itineraries, most connecting flights typically involve 1 stopover.

A typical journey from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro takes approximately 1h 5m, including both direct and connecting itineraries. For non-stop flights, the median travel time is also 1h 5m. Connecting itineraries, however, have a significantly longer median travel time of 8h 45m.

The distance between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 360 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the relatively quick flight times for direct services.

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

Regular price: $78 - $233

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $78 and $233. The current lowest deal is $62 with LATAM Chile, for travel from Oct 23-Oct 29.

now $62

Low $78

High $233

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

Flights from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are cheapest in March, with a median price of $55. The most expensive month to fly is May, with a median price of $246. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $55

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $246

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

City Connexion Airlines

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

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (VCP) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$108

$77

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (VCP) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$102

$82

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$195

$108

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$191

$92

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$153

$92

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

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

LATAM Chile

$94

$74

One-way

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

10 nights

Jan 1 - Jan 11

$320 → $134

58%

1 night

Dec 22 - Dec 23

$231 → $129

44%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$191 → $92

52%

4 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 31

$229 → $130

43%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are at $62, which is below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $55.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 5m

Direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro typically take 1h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

64.7% of recent flights for this route are direct, indicating frequent availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

LATAM Chile offers a recent deal at $62

LATAM Chile recently offered a deal for $62 from São Paulo–Congonhas to Santos Dumont.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights for this route appear frequently, with many options available.

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

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Consider GRU for long-haul international flights not available in Rio, as it's Brazil's primary international gateway.

📍 ~340 km from Rio de Janeiro (requires connecting flight or 5-6 hour drive).

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

79% AI deal score

$381

$186

Save $195

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 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $178. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a significantly higher average price of $720. Even booking 7-13 days out shows an average price of $435, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is considered to be around $77 or less. The median price for this route was $163. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $365 or less. These figures are based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, December, January, and November have offered some of the lowest median prices for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. December had a median price of $52, while January and November followed closely with median prices of $55 and $56, respectively. The annual median price for this route is $163, indicating that these months can provide significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

The distance between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 360 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the relatively quick flight times for direct services.

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

Regular price: $78 - $233

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $78 and $233. The current lowest deal is $62 with LATAM Chile, for travel from Oct 23-Oct 29.

now $62

Low $78

High $233

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

March

Cheapest

Flights from $55

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $246

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

City Connexion Airlines

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

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (VCP) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$108

$77

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo (VCP) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$102

$82

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$195

$108

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$191

$92

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$153

$92

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Rio de Janeiro

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

LATAM Chile

$94

$74

One-way

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

10 nights

Jan 1 - Jan 11

$320 → $134

58%

1 night

Dec 22 - Dec 23

$231 → $129

44%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$191 → $92

52%

4 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 31

$229 → $130

43%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro