Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo from US$49

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo (RIO-SAO)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Azul Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$49 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SDU to VCP on Sat, Nov 7), while Azul Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$66 departing on Tue, Dec 1 and returning on Thu, Dec 3.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo with the following airlines, including: Azul Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes LATAM Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

  It takes about 1 hour 13 minutes to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo.

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 524 flight per week flying from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- G31049 (06:54)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

  To find best deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Nov 7, with one-way flights priced at just US$49.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Azul Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Sao Paulo travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Sao Paulo (SAO) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo is August, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo on?

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo on October 31, 2026 with Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes, with prices starting at US$31.

• Which airports fly into Sao Paulo from Rio de Janeiro?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Sao Paulo: São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH), São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU), and Viracopos International Airport (VCP). Flying from Santos Dumont Airport to São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (SDU-CGH) is by far the most common option on this route.

• Is there any time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo?

  The time difference between Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro is 0m.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo is US$133. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo is US$201. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo on Trip.com?

  Enter Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo route?

  Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes and Azulare the most popular budget airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.