Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Rio De Janeiro's main airports, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) departing from either of these.
1 hour 14 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
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 when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), with 765 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GIG to GRU is the 04:00 GOL Linhas Aéreas option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 23:55 with GOL Linhas Aéreas.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to GRU.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Fly without interruptions from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) operate from here.
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport departing from GIG. Get on board with any of these:
GIG is about 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near GRU instead:
Getting from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 32 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 22 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is P2,433. The cheapest price for a return flight is P4,717. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to GRU when you book 11 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
May is the quietest time of year to fly to Sao Paulo. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport.
The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Rio De Janeiro to GRU in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 25ºC.
More about Sao Paulo
Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are attractions you won't want to skip in Sao Paulo.
Complete your Sao Paulo trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Sao Paulo and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
