Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

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Flight deals from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Rio de Janeiro.R 525 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 525, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 525 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 525, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 537 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 537, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 562 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 562, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 562 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 562, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 590 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 590, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 607 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 607, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 608 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 608, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Direct flights from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 525
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	1 hr, 11 mins
Most popular airline	GOL Linhas Aéreas
Average flights per week	111

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is R 920. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

1 hour and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Which airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

GOL Linhas Aéreas, TAP Air Portugal and Copa fly direct from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

How many flights are there a week from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

As of September 2025, there are 142 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Congonhas to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Monday, 12 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 11 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

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 Rio de Janeiro Internacional 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.

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

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional with?

Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Flying from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sao Paulo and Rio De Janeiro are both in the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Choose from 37 weekly Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Gol is the earliest flight available. Gol operates the latest service of the day at 18:25.
Your CGH to GIG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Azul offers direct flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Rio De Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if your schedule allows.
Azul is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Azul ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CGH to GIG flights, with 86.36% of services landing on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight is R 525. A round-trip fare right now is R 920. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CGH to GIG, book your journey four months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CGH to GIG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport, 73.8% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near CGH. Whether you have an early flight from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Pick up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car and explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks in advance.

Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Rio De Janeiro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGH to GIG in July. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.

Explore more of Brazil

You've visited Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Travel around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top attractions. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.