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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $78. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sao Paulo.$37 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $37, select.
Sao Paulo.$44 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $44, select.
Sao Paulo.$44 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $44, select.
Sao Paulo.$44 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $44, select.
Sao Paulo.$45 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $45, select.
Sao Paulo.$48 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.
Sao Paulo.$48 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.
Sao Paulo.$48 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.
Sao Paulo.$50 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $50, select.
Sao Paulo.$61 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $61, select.
Sao Paulo.$68 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $68, select.
Sao Paulo.$73 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $73, select.
Sao Paulo.$119 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Congonhas.Price includes taxes and charges.From $119, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from $119
Jun
from $44
Jul
from $44
Aug
from $37
Sep
from $44
Oct
from $45
Nov
from $48
Dec
from $48
Jan
from $68
Feb
from $50
Mar
from $48
Apr
from $61

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo

Alternative Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sao Paulo Congonhas

9km from central Sao Paulo
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from $37
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Sao Paulo Guarulhos

20km from central Sao Paulo
from $52
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Sao Paulo Viracopos

79km from central Sao Paulo
from $68
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Sao Jose Dos Campos

87km from central Sao Paulo
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Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$37
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 9 mins
Most popular airlineGOL Linhas Aéreas
Average flights per week727

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo is $73. 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 9 minutes is the average flight time from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo.
GOL Linhas Aéreas, LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo.
As of May 2026, there are 4,416 flights per week flying from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont to Sao Paulo is usually July.
If you're flying from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Congonhas – which is 8.7 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from $73.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo on Sunday, 5 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sao Paulo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. February is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sao Paulo.

Flying from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour.

  • Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Rio de Janeiro (the location of Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport).

  • The most popular route is from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). There are 336 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from SDU to CGH is the 06:05 LATAM Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 21:20 with Azul.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your SDU to Sao Paulo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • You can fly nonstop from SDU to Sao Paulo. Pick from these arrival points when searching for a Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo ticket:

    • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

    • Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)

    • Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)

  • Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo. Reserve your trip with one of these:

  • Located around 2 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro, SDU can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SDU:

  • Of all flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Sao Paulo

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo flight is $37. The cheapest price for a return flight is $73. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SDU to Sao Paulo.

  • Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from SDU to Sao Paulo is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:

  • Booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks before your flight from SDU to Sao Paulo can help you get the lowest rate.

Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) is about 10 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Following your flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.

  • After stepping off your SDU to Sao Paulo flight, unwind at a hotel close to CGH. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)

  • Hop off your flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.

  • The journey takes around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by checking in to a hotel near VCP after your SDU to Sao Paulo flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:

  • Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from VCP four weeks before your flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo for the lowest prices.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Sao Paulo in December.

  • The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SDU to Sao Paulo in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

More about Sao Paulo

  • Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport to Sao Paulo, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo are essential stops on your Sao Paulo itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Sao Paulo, a visit to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

  • Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.

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