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Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 111
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 11 mins
Most popular airlineAzul Airlines
Average flights per week7,496

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro is AED 111. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro.
Azul Airlines, GOL Linhas Aéreas and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro.
There are 1,441 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro, as of April 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro is usually July.
If you're flying from Sao Paulo, the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the center of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights to this airport from AED 111.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Rio De Janeiro on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 8 minutes.
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We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rio De Janeiro is GOL Linhas Aéreas.

There are two airports in Rio de Janeiro - Galeao International Airport, also know as Rio de Janeiro-Galeao International Airport and Santos Dumont Airport, the second major airport in Rio de Janeiro.

There are a few options for travellers flying from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. If you are departing from Sao Paulo via Guarulhos International Airport, there are three airlines to choose from - Avianca Brazil Airlines, Gol Transportes Aereos and LATAM Brasil all fly to Galeao International Airport, Rio de Janeiro's main airport. If you are departing from Sao Paulo via Guarulhos International Airport to Santos Dumont Airport, the second major airport in Rio, you can fly Azul Brazilian Airlines and Gol Transportes Aereos. Alternatively, if you are flying out of Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport you can travel to either of Rio de Janeiro’s main airports with Avianca Brazil, Gol Transportes Aereros and LATAM Brasil.

* This information is correct as of June 2017

Airport Information - Arriving

Galeao International Airport is the main airport in Rio de Janeiro and has two passenger terminals. If you need to travel between terminals they are connected together so you don’t have a long journey on your hands. At the airport there are many amenities and services open for travelers so you won’t be short on things to do. In addition to its many shops and duty free shopping, you can grab a bite to eat or a quick drink at one of many restaurants and cafes available.

The second airport in Rio de Janeiro is Santos Dumont Airport which serves around 9 million passengers a year. Although the airport is a lot smaller compared to Galeao International Airport it still offers all of the amenities and services you would need including a few different places to eat and drink before flying out.

Airport Information - Departing

The primary airport serving Sao Paulo is Guarulhos International Airport which handles around 39 million travelers a year. The airport has three passenger terminals, the newest of which – Terminal 3 – is dedicated to international flights. As a large airport you will find a wide selection of amenities and facilities such as shops, restaurants and cafes to have a good time while waiting for your flight.

Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport is a single passenger terminal and mostly operates domestic and regional flights. While not quite offering as many of the amenities available at Guarulhos International Airport, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport still offers a few places to eat and drink as well as a selection of shops. You can also enjoy free Wi-Fi at the airport to stay connected, while the Advantage VIP Lounge is the ideal place to wait for flights in supreme comfort.

What to Expect in Rio de Janeiro

You can expect the weather in Rio de Janeiro to be warm throughout the year, although if you want to guarantee sunny weather you should avoid visiting when the rainy season hits between December and March. As you will be traveling domestically you won’t be required to get a visa and there is no time difference between Sao Paolo and Rio de Janeiro. Check out the top hotels in Rio de Janeiro to make the most out of your trip to Brazil.


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