How long does the flight from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo take?

Flight time from Rio De Janeiro (SDU) to Sao Paulo (CGH) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. Check the exact duration in the search results above, where we show block time per itinerary along with stop count.

Which airlines fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

Airline availability for SDU to CGH changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. Our search above pulls live schedules and returns the airlines currently selling this route, both direct and connecting. Codeshare and interline itineraries are included, so you may see results operated by one carrier but sold by another.

Are there direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

Direct (nonstop) availability on SDU to CGH varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons. Use our search above with flexible dates to see which days actually have nonstop options.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

Prices on SDU to CGH shift with seasonality, school holidays, and major events at both ends. Our 12-month price calendar below the search results shows the lowest fare found per departure date, which makes it easy to spot the cheapest weeks at a glance. Flexibility of a few days around your target date often unlocks significantly lower fares.

Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo flights

Direct and connecting flights from Rio De Janeiro (SDU) to Sao Paulo (CGH). Compare airlines, aircraft, and fares.

Distance: 366 km (227 mi)
Flight time: ~0h 46m
Airlines: 3
Aircraft types: 8

Airlines flying SDU → CGH

Airline	Aircraft types	Observations
Gol Transportes Aéreos	4	4
Azul	3	3
TAM Brazilian Airlines	1	1

Aircraft on this route

Airbus A319 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Embraer E190/E195 — 1 operator
Airbus A320 — 1 operator

Airport details

Departure: Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

City: Rio De Janeiro
Country: Brazil
IATA / ICAO: SDU / SBRJ

Arrival: Congonhas Airport (CGH)

City: Sao Paulo
Country: Brazil
IATA / ICAO: CGH / SBSP

Operating airlines

Azul (AD)
Gol (G3)
LATAM Airlines (LA)

Distance: 366 km. Duration: 65 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions

How many airlines fly SDU to CGH?

3 airlines operate the SDU to CGH route in our 90-day observed dataset.

What aircraft fly the SDU-CGH route?

The most commonly observed aircraft on SDU to CGH include: Airbus A319, Boeing 737, Boeing 737.

How long is the Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo flight?

The estimated flight time from Rio De Janeiro (SDU) to Sao Paulo (CGH) is approximately 0h 46m, based on a cruise speed of 850 km/h.

What's the distance from Rio De Janeiro to Sao Paulo?

The great-circle distance from Rio De Janeiro (SDU) to Sao Paulo (CGH) is approximately 366 km (227 miles).

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