Cheap Flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

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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 ر.ق.‏ 214. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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 May.

Direct flights from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

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 foundر.ق.‏ 100
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 7 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week209

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is ر.ق.‏ 198. 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 7 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.
TAP Air Portugal, Avianca and Azul Airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo Viracopos to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.
As of April 2026, there are 209 flights per week flying 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 May.
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 Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 7 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 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.
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 Internacional.

Travelling from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

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

  • Choose from 207 weekly Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flights. The 04:40 departure with Gol is the earliest available. Azul operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your VCP to GIG flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Azul has direct flights from Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Rio De Janeiro — and maybe even more of Brazil if your schedule allows.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Azul.

  • Gol stands out as the most punctual carrier for VCP to GIG flights, with 80.85% of services arriving as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • At the moment, ر.ق.‏ 100 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق.‏ 198. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from VCP to GIG if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from VCP to GIG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

Handy information about Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • 75.02% of flights that take off from Viracopos Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central Sao Paulo to Viracopos Airport is approximately 97 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near VCP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

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

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to central Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.

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

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Rio De Janeiro. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Viracopos Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VCP to GIG in July. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC then.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.

  • Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

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