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Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

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Flight deals from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rio de Janeiro.R 605 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 605, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 611 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 611, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 837 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 837, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 837 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 837, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 837 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 837, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 837 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 837, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 858 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 858, select.
Rio de Janeiro.R 923 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 923, select.

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

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 Santos Dumont flights are currently cheapest in December.
Aug
from R 3,993
Sep
from R 964
Oct
from R 929
Nov
from R 842
Dec
from R 609
Jan
from R 615
Feb
from R 863
Mar
from R 842
Apr
from R 966
May
from R 842
Jun
from R 842
Jul
from R 2,733

Direct flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont: 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 Santos Dumont.

Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 609
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 5 mins
Most popular airlineAzul Airlines
Average flights per week13

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont is R 1,506. 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 5 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.
Azul Airlines flies direct from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.
As of August 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.
The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont is usually December.
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 Santos Dumont Airport on Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 5 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 Santos Dumont 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.
Currently, Azul Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.

Travelling from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport.

  • Sao Paulo and Rio De Janeiro share the same timezone, UTC-3.

  • Each week, there are 125 Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, pick the 06:00 Azul flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:25 with Azul.

  • To ensure you catch your VCP to SDU flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Travelling to Rio De Janeiro (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a breeze with Azul. This popular airline has direct flights from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Azul.

  • Azul is the most punctual carrier operating VCP to SDU flights, with 77.89% of its services arriving as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • Right now, R 609 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,497. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book nine months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VCP to SDU.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding cheap flights from VCP to SDU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport.

Handy information about Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Viracopos Airport, data shows 75.02% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Viracopos Airport from central Sao Paulo, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 97 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to VCP:

Arriving at Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • If you're coming in on a late Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SDU:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Santos Dumont Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Santos Dumont Airport around three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to central Rio De Janeiro

  • Santos Dumont Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.

  • It'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Viracopos Airport to Santos Dumont Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VCP to SDU in July. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Rio De Janeiro has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio De Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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