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 have been non-stop. For flights that include a stopover, the median number of stopovers is 1. This indicates that direct flights are a common option for travelers on this route. Travelers can generally expect a good selection of non-stop options.

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. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases significantly to 7 hours and 10 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is approximately 360 kilometers. 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 for this popular domestic connection. The consistent availability of good prices makes this a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers.

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São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

For those looking for 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 is also a strong option, showing a median fare of $55, while November follows closely with a median of $56. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers to find lower prices.

Fares for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro typically range from $77–$365, with a median price of $163. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging at present. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When considering how long is the flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, a typical journey takes about 1h 5m, including connections. A meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, with 64.7% of recent fares being direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. For itineraries that do include connections, travelers can expect to make one stop on average.

The route from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro covers a distance of 360 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the relatively brief travel times between the two major Brazilian cities.

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

Regular price: $81 - $210

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

The regular price range for this route is between $81 and $210. The current lowest deal is $91 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras for travel from Dec 2-Dec 7.

now $91

Low $81

High $210

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

LATAM Chile

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

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

LATAM Chile

$225

$193

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

City Connexion Airlines

$119

$111

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$197

$165

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$159

$128

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$158

$142

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

LATAM Chile

$169

$157

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 30

$195 → $125

36%

2 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 6

$205 → $135

34%

4 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 10

$202 → $134

34%

2 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 8

$203 → $135

33%

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 from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are below the typical level, at $91.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 5m.

Direct flights to Rio de Janeiro typically take 1h 5m, while connecting flights average 8h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

64.7% of recent flights are direct.

64.7% of recent flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights.

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras and LATAM Chile offer direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals on flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro appear frequently, so check often.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

São Paulo–Guarulhos International is a key option for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~21 km from São Paulo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$64

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Cheapest

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 ~$64

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Consider São Paulo–Guarulhos International for long-haul international flights not available in Rio.

📍 ~340 km from destination city (requires connecting flight or 5-6 hour drive).

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Sep 30

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83% AI deal score

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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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 prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $178. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, however, sees a significant price increase, with flights averaging $720. Planning ahead by at least one month can lead to substantial 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 $77 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $163. Prices can go higher, with 75% of tickets costing $365 or less. These figures are based on observations 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 typically sees a median price of $52, while January is close behind at $55. The annual median price for this route is $163, indicating that these months offer considerable savings. These trends are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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

Regular price: $81 - $210

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

The regular price range for this route is between $81 and $210. The current lowest deal is $91 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras for travel from Dec 2-Dec 7.

now $91

Low $81

High $210

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

LATAM Chile

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

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

LATAM Chile

$225

$193

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

City Connexion Airlines

$119

$111

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$197

$165

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$159

$128

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$158

$142

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

VCP - Rio de Janeiro

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

LATAM Chile

$169

$157

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 30

$195 → $125

36%

2 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 6

$205 → $135

34%

4 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 10

$202 → $134

34%

2 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 8

$203 → $135

33%

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 from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are below the typical level, at $91.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 5m.

Direct flights to Rio de Janeiro typically take 1h 5m, while connecting flights average 8h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

64.7% of recent flights are direct.

64.7% of recent flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro are direct, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights.

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras and LATAM Chile offer direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals on flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro appear frequently, so check often.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

São Paulo–Guarulhos International is a key option for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~21 km from São Paulo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$64

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Cheapest

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 ~$64

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

82% AI deal score

$9,897

$2,974

Save $6,923

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Cheap Flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

Today’s best flight deals from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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

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

Direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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

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

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo - Rio de Janeiro route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 5m.

64.7% of recent flights are direct.

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

Best Elite deals to Rio de Janeiro

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

When is the best time to book flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

How much should a flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro cost?

What's the best month to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from São Paulo

Flights to Rio de Janeiro from other cities

São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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

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

Direct flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

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

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

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro

São Paulo - Rio de Janeiro route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 5m.

64.7% of recent flights are direct.

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rio de Janeiro

Best Elite deals to Rio de Janeiro

Sep 23

Sep 23

Sep 24

Sep 30

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Sep 25

Sep 23

Sep 30

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Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

When is the best time to book flights from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?

How much should a flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro cost?

What's the best month to fly from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro?