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Flight deals from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,668. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Rio de Janeiro.R 834 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 834, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 847 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 847, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 868 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 868, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 913 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 913, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 919 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 919, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 927 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 927, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 946 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 946, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 976 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 976, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 1,007 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,007, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 1,050 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,050, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 2,138 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jul.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Sat, 3 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,138, select.

Rio de Janeiro.R 2,536 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,536, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Viracopos 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 Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sao Paulo Viracopos 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 834
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Avianca
Average flights per week	199

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

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is R 1,668. 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 Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

1 hour and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

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

Avianca, TAP Air Portugal and Azul Airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

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

As of August 2026, there are 199 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo Viracopos 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 Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Tuesday, 22 September 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 7 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 Viracopos 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 Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Rio de Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Sao Paulo.
Flights from VCP to GIG start from 03:30 — the earliest with Azul. The last service of the day is at 23:25 with Azul. In total, there are 39 weekly Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your VCP to GIG flight.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Azul Airlines has direct flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Rio de Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Azul Airlines.
With 78.4% of services arriving as scheduled, GOL Linhas Aéreas is the most punctual carrier operating VCP to GIG flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

R 834 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,674. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from VCP to GIG.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from VCP to GIG.
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Handy information about Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)

When it comes to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport is around 97 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport usually takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near VCP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you're taking a late Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport around four weeks before you set off.

When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

The quietest month for a flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport for February if you want to explore Rio de Janeiro during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VCP to GIG in July. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Brazil

You've done Rio de Janeiro, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top sights. From Ibirapuera Park to Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, roughly 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are highlights.