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Flight deals from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Porto Alegre Airport to Rio de Janeiro? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,218. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.R 816 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 816, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 851 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 851, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 866 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 866, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 977 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 977, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 978 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 978, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,029 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Porto Alegre on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,029, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,029 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Porto Alegre on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,029, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,036 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Porto Alegre on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,036, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,037 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,037, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,038 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Porto Alegre on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,038, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,120 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,120, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,135 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,135, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,207 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Wed, 16 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,207, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,586 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Porto Alegre on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,586, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 1,906 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Porto Alegre on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,906, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 1,586
Aug
from R 816
Sep
from R 866
Oct
from R 851
Nov
from R 977
Dec
from R 1,036
Jan
from R 1,029
Feb
from R 1,037
Mar
from R 978
Apr
from R 1,038
May
from R 1,029
Jun
from R 1,207

Direct flights from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro

Alternative Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

3km from central Rio de Janeiro
Closest
from R 983
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Rio de Janeiro Internacional

12km from central Rio de Janeiro
Cheapest
from R 814
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Jacarepaguá

21km from central Rio de Janeiro
from R 1,592
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Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 816
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 56 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week380

Finding cheap flights from Porto Alegre 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 return flight from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro is R 1,219. 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 55 minutes is the average flight time from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro.
TAP Air Portugal, LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro.
As of July 2026, there are 380 flights per week flying from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Porto Alegre to Rio de Janeiro is usually August.
If you're flying from Porto Alegre Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio de Janeiro is Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont – which is 2.6 km away from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,219.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Porto Alegre Airport to Rio de Janeiro on Saturday, 22 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 55 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 Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 20°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.
Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas and Azul Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro.

Travelling from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Approximately 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Porto Alegre (the location of Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport).

  • The most popular route is from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). You can choose from 73 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 POA to GIG is the 04:00 Gol service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 23:30 with Gol.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your POA to Rio de Janeiro flight.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Direct Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro tickets are available for booking. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) will be your arrival point.

  • You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Book your seat with one of these:

  • Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Porto Alegre, POA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to POA? If you've booked an early flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to Rio de Janeiro

  • R 816 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 1,218. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from POA to Rio de Janeiro. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from POA to Rio de Janeiro is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Find a cheap flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)

  • The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

  • Booking your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport about four weeks before your flight from POA to Rio de Janeiro can help you lock in the best possible rate.

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. Following your flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your POA to Rio de Janeiro flight:

  • Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)

  • Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

  • The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel near RRJ. Settle in at one of these stays after your POA to Rio de Janeiro flight:

  • If you prefer a specific kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Secure your ride from RRJ a few weeks ahead of your flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro.

Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, while January is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket with a departure in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from POA to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

More about Rio de Janeiro

  • Start your Rio de Janeiro trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Porto Alegre Salgado Filho International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Christ the Redeemer and Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer are a couple of major attractions to put on your Rio de Janeiro must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Rio de Janeiro Carnival.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio de Janeiro has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.

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