Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) departing from either of these.
Take a direct Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro and Sao Paulo (where Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most popular route. There are 96 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with LATAM Airlines at 10:15pm. Opt for the first GIG to GRU departure operated by Gol at 1am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Rio De Janeiro to GRU won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can book a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) out of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
When leaving from GIG, you can catch a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport with LATAM Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between GIG and GRU is LATAM Airlines.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Gol.
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Prefer to leave from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)? Direct Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
Azul operates direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to GRU leaving from SDU. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
Azul ranks number one in bookings on the SDU to GRU route.
Flights between Santos Dumont Airport and Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with LATAM Airlines compared to other carriers.
SDU is about 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to GRU flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78.67%.
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you're catching a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and explore beyond Sao Paulo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
The centre of Sao Paulo is around 21 kilometres from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
At the moment, R 585 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,197. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to GRU.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
May is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Sao Paulo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Rio De Janeiro to GRU plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Sao Paulo should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Avenida Paulista, Ibirapuera Park and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
Ribeirao Preto is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Japanese Garden, Basílica de Santo Antônio de Pádua and Cristo Redentor, Parque Das Oliveiras.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Sao Paulo, Piracicaba is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Igreja Senhor Bom Jesus do Monte, Trees Park and Observatorio Astronomico Municipal.
