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Overview: São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ flight

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Flights from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ depart on average 69 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

There are 57 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 358 km distance in 1h 0m. April is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
358 km
Average flight duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£84
Flights per day
69
Direct flights
57
Fastest flight
1h 0m
Cheapest month to travel
April
First flight
00:05
Last flight
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

The cheapest and fastest flights from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Showing times and prices for 06 Feb

Cheapest price

£375

Average price

£545

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h

Flights per day

73

Distance

358 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ will cost around £545 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £375.

Fast flights

Of the 73 flights that leave São Paulo, SP for Rio de Janeiro, RJ every day 64 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 358 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .

The slowest flights will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Gol Transportes AéreosG31971
09:501h10
Sao Paulo Viracopos
11:00Rio De Janeiro-Galeao
£3751One-way
0 changes
Gol Transportes AéreosG31656
11:201h05
Sao Paulo Congonhas
12:25Rio De Janeiro-Galeao
£4141One-way
0 changes
Gol Transportes AéreosG31660
06:151h05
Sao Paulo Congonhas
07:20Rio De Janeiro-Galeao
£4141One-way
0 changes
Gol Transportes AéreosG32086
18:101h15
Sao Paulo Congonhas
19:25Rio De Janeiro-Galeao
£4141One-way
0 changes
Gol Transportes AéreosG31904
17:051h15
Sao Paulo Congonhas
18:20Rio De Janeiro-Galeao
£4141One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and flight for São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £84.

Distance: 358 km

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£393

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Live departures

São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ flight times

The table below shows live departures for São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ flights for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at 11:39
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
latamLA369812:45 Sao Paulo
1h00
13:45 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA3318 · LA351712:45 Sao Paulo
8h05
20:50 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
gol_transportes_aereosG3101413:10 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
14:10 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA391013:30 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
14:35 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3105213:40 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
14:40 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3101814:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
15:15 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3165614:20 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
15:25 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA312214:30 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
15:35 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3102014:45 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
15:50 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA393015:00 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
16:05 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA467215:15 Sao Paulo
1h00
16:15 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA397415:15 Sao Paulo
1h00
16:15 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3102215:45 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
16:45 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA353215:45 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
16:50 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA3332 · LA368915:50 Sao Paulo
8h45
00:35 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
latamLA3332 · LA366715:50 Sao Paulo
4h30
20:20 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
gol_transportes_aereosG3102416:10 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
17:10 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA336616:20 Sao Paulo
1h00
17:20 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA392216:30 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
17:35 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA4630 · LA468017:00 Sao Paulo Congonhas
8h45
01:45 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
gol_transportes_aereosG3102617:00 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
18:00 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3162417:30 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h10
18:40 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3102817:35 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
18:35 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA391818:00 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
19:00 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3103018:25 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
19:25 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA454818:25 Sao Paulo
1h00
19:25 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA395018:30 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
19:30 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA3222 · LA368918:55 Sao Paulo
5h40
00:35 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
latamLA392019:00 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
20:00 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3103619:45 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
20:45 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3190420:05 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h15
21:20 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA393420:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
21:15 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA3644 · LA368920:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
4h20
00:35 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
gol_transportes_aereosG3103420:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
21:15 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA3334 · LA368920:30 Sao Paulo
4h05
00:35 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
gol_transportes_aereosG3103820:40 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
21:40 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA392420:45 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
21:45 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA387420:45 Sao Paulo
1h00
21:45 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG31173 · G3176420:55 Sao Paulo Viracopos
4h30
01:25 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont1 change
latamLA391421:05 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
22:05 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3208621:10 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h15
22:25 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3104021:20 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
22:20 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA392621:40 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
22:40 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3104221:50 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
22:50 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3192422:30 Sao Paulo
1h05
23:35 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA393222:40 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
23:40 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA394423:05 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
00:05 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3104623:10 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
00:10 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3195723:20 Sao Paulo Viracopos
1h15
00:35 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA393823:25 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
00:25 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA336823:45 Sao Paulo
1h00
00:45 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA394023:55 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
00:55 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
Friday 6 February
latamLA4772 · LA388700:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
8h10
08:25 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
latamLA394200:20 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
01:20 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3192500:35 Sao Paulo
1h10
01:45 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA4708 · LA344302:20 Sao Paulo
7h15
09:35 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
latamLA335202:20 Sao Paulo
1h00
03:20 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3204409:00 Sao Paulo
1h05
10:05 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3100209:05 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
10:05 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA390009:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
10:15 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3166009:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
10:20 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA3056 · LA354109:15 Sao Paulo Congonhas
4h45
14:00 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
latamLA390209:45 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
10:45 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3100409:50 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
10:50 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA390410:20 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
11:20 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
gol_transportes_aereosG3100610:20 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
11:20 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA334010:25 Sao Paulo
1h00
11:25 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect
latamLA3058 · LA354110:40 Sao Paulo Congonhas
3h20
14:00 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao1 change
gol_transportes_aereosG3100811:05 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h05
12:10 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA390611:20 Sao Paulo Congonhas
1h00
12:20 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA355011:25 Sao Paulo
1h00
12:25 Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont0 changesdirect
latamLA334211:25 Sao Paulo
1h00
12:25 Rio De Janeiro-Galeao0 changesdirect

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Airlines: Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Airlines, Passaredo Linhas Aéreas, Itapemirim, Expresso Do Sul, Águia Branca from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJFind the best flights between São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Omio's travel partners Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Airlines, Passaredo Linhas Aéreas, Itapemirim, Expresso Do Sul, Águia Branca from £11. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Expresso Do Sul

About
Expresso do Sul is a Brazilian bus company based in Sao Paulo, offering intercity bus services primarily within Brazil. The company began operations in 2000 with a route between Florianopolis and Curitiba, expanding to include the popular Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo route in 2002. Expresso do Sul provides various bus classes, including Conventional, Executive, Semi-Sleeper, and Sleeper, with amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, and in some newer vehicles, Wi-Fi and USB charging ports. They are known for connecting major cities like Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Florianopolis, and Curitiba.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles accepted when properly packaged and disassembled
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate

Águia Branca

About
Águia Branca is a prominent Brazilian bus company, established in 1946, offering extensive road transportation services across Brazil. It operates over 201 daily departures, connecting major cities like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Salvador, and serving more than 700 destinations across several states including Espírito Santo, Bahia, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. The company is part of the larger Grupo Águia Branca, which also includes logistics and vehicle sales divisions. Águia Branca is known for its focus on comfort and safety, with various bus types such as Conventional, Executivo, Plus Service, and Double Leito, some offering amenities like Wi-Fi, USB outlets, and air conditioning.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
£14
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased with weight and size restrictions
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses available on select routes with advance notice required
Bikes
Bicycles accepted when properly packaged and disassembled
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents and health certificate

Itapemirim

About
Itapemirim was a Brazilian passenger road transport company founded on July 4, 1953, in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil. It grew to become the largest road passenger transport business in Brazil and Latin America, at one point dominating 70% of Brazilian territory with 1,700 buses and operating in 10 countries. The company was known for its focus on passenger comfort, reliability, and punctuality. However, Itapemirim faced significant financial difficulties and controversies, including the diversion of funds to create an airline, ITA Transportes Aéreos, which operated for only six months in 2021. The company was declared bankrupt on September 21, 2022. Currently, the bus lines are being operated under a lease agreement by Suzantur, as Nova Itapemirim.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
£15
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 30kg and one carry-on up to 5kg
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed with extra fees
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessibility available on select buses with advance notice required
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers with vaccination documents

Gol Transportes Aéreos

About
Gol Transportes Aéreos, operating as GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, is a Brazilian low-cost airline based in Rio de Janeiro. Established in 2000, it commenced operations in January 2001, becoming the first low-cost carrier in Brazil. GOL offers domestic and international flights across Brazil, South America, the Caribbean, and the United States. Its main operational hubs include São Paulo's Guarulhos and Congonhas airports, and Rio de Janeiro's Galeão airport. GOL also operates a loyalty program called Smiles.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£84
Gol Transportes Aéreos frequency
32 a day
Luggage included
1 personal item (max 10kg) included
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage up to 23kg can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24h of booking if flight is more than 7 days away, after that fees apply based on fare type
Pregnant on board
Up to 32 weeks for single pregnancy, 28 weeks for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Available for children aged 5-11, must be booked at least 48h in advance, additional fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested at least 48h before flight
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 10kg including carrier

LATAM Airlines

About
LATAM Airlines Peru, a subsidiary of LATAM Airlines Group, is a major airline based in Lima, Peru, and the dominant carrier in the Peruvian domestic market. It operates scheduled domestic and international flights, with its main hub at Jorge Chávez International Airport. The airline was formerly known as LAN Perú S.A. until 2015, when it was dissolved and rebranded as LATAM Airlines as part of the merger between LAN Airlines and TAM Airlines. LATAM Airlines Group, the parent company, is the largest airline group in South America.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£68
LATAM Airlines frequency
92 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (max 10kg) and 1 personal item
Additional luggage
Additional checked baggage can be purchased, up to 23kg per piece
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24 hours of booking, after that fees apply based on fare type and timing
Pregnant on board
Up to 32 weeks for single pregnancy, 28 weeks for multiple. Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-17 can travel alone with LATAM's Unaccompanied Minor service. Service must be requested at least 48 hours before flight
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchairs and special assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in cabin, max 8kg including carrier. Must be booked in advance
Learn more about LATAM Airlines

Passaredo Linhas Aéreas

About
Passaredo Linhas Aéreas, later rebranded as VOEPASS Linhas Aéreas, was a Brazilian regional airline founded in 1995. Headquartered in Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, the airline operated domestic flights to numerous destinations across Brazil, utilizing a fleet primarily consisting of ATR 72-500s and ATR 72-600s. Passaredo was recognized for its regional focus and, in 2014, was considered one of Brazil's safest airlines. The company also offered aviation services like aircraft maintenance and pilot training. In 2019, Passaredo acquired MAP Linhas Aéreas and officially became VOEPASS Linhas Aéreas. However, its operations were suspended in March 2025, and its air operator certificate was permanently revoked in June 2025.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£192
Passaredo Linhas Aéreas frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag (10kg) and one personal item
Additional luggage
Extra baggage can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable tickets, changes allowed with fee payment
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women up to 32 weeks can travel without restrictions. Between 32-36 weeks, a medical certificate is required
Unaccompagned minor
Children between 5-11 years can travel unaccompanied with prior arrangement
Amenities on board the airplane
Accessibility

FAQs: São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rio de Janeiro, RJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ can start from as little as £84 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is £393; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is 1h 0m to travel the 358 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 57 direct flights a day from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ with Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Airlines, Passaredo Linhas Aéreas, Itapemirim, Águia Branca. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ, you can count on Gol Transportes Aéreos, LATAM Airlines, Passaredo Linhas Aéreas, Itapemirim, Expresso Do Sul, Águia Branca for the best way to get you to Rio de Janeiro, RJ. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between São Paulo, SP and Rio de Janeiro, RJ and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ generally leave from Sao Paulo Congonhas and arrive in Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont .Sao Paulo Congonhas is 7 km away from São Paulo, SP city centre and Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont is 4 km from Rio de Janeiro, RJ city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from São Paulo, SP to Rio de Janeiro, RJ is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between São Paulo, SP and Rio de Janeiro, RJ including taking a coach and flight.
Since neither São Paulo, SP nor Rio de Janeiro, RJ are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Brazil and Brazil. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between São Paulo, SP and Rio de Janeiro, RJ .
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Important Stations and Airports in São Paulo, SP and Rio de Janeiro, RJ

São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
The major airport for departures in São Paulo is Sao Paulo Congonhas. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sao Paulo Congonhas for your trip from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
Sao Paulo Congonhas (CGH)WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeCar Rental
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
Av. Washington Luís, s/nº - Vila Congonhas, São Paulo - SP, 04626-911, Brazil
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
carConnection
Car connection
Via Av. Washington Luís
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops include duty-free and local brands, mainly located in the departure area.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available in the short-term lot, approximately 2.8€ ($3) per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • Several restaurants are available, including fast food and Brazilian cuisine, mainly located in the food court.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotels are not within the airport, but several within a short drive, such as the Ibis and Mercure hotels.
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including the VIP Lounge.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Lost and Found located in the main terminal.
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Car rental services are available from major providers like Hertz and Localiza.
Public transport options for Sao Paulo Congonhas
  • Bus line 609J-10, Congonhas Airport stop, 8 km
Sao Paulo (GRU)WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeCar Rental
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
Rod. Hélio Smidt, s/n - Cumbica, Guarulhos - SP, 07190-100, Brazil
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
carConnection
Car connection
Rodovia Ayrton Sen, Exit 17
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops available, including duty-free and local brands.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available, varies by location, approximately 3.6€ (BRL 20) per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • Various restaurants in terminals, including Brazilian and intertiol cuisine
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotels nearby, such as Fast Sleep Guarulhos and Pullman São Paulo.
Shower
Shower
  • Showers available in some lounges, fee may apply.
Lounge
Lounge
  • Several lounges, including VIP lounges in terminal 3.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Lost and Found located in terminal 3.
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Car rental services available, including major companies like Hertz and Avis
Public transport options for Sao Paulo
  • Bus line 257, Tatuapé Station, 25 km

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