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Sao Paulo.$680 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $680, select.
Sao Paulo.$681 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $681, select.
Sao Paulo.$693 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $693, select.
Sao Paulo.$694 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $694, select.
Sao Paulo.$741 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $741, select.
Sao Paulo.$744 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $744, select.
Sao Paulo.$773 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $773, select.
Sao Paulo.$796 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $796, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $874
May
from $694
Jun
from $681
Jul
from $867
Aug
from $796
Sep
from $895
Oct
from $744
Nov
from $693
Dec
from $832
Jan
from $896
Feb
from $896
Mar
from $1,741

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo

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Johannesburg to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$680
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time10 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo Congonhas, Sao Paulo Guarulhos, Sao Paulo Viracopos, and Sao Jose Dos Campos.
The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo is $680. 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.
10 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo.
As of April 2025, there are 18 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Johannesburg, the cheapest airport near Sao Paulo is Sao Paulo Guarulhos – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Sao Paulo. We've found flights into this airport from $680.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo on Friday, 22 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 11 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 Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. February is typically the warmest month in Sao Paulo, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 12°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sao Paulo is South African Airways .

Travelling from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo departing from here.

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's primary gateways.

  • The average length of a direct Johannesburg to Sao Paulo flight is 10 hours 10 minutes.

  • Sao Paulo's timezone is UTC-3, making Sao Paulo five hours behind Johannesburg.

  • With six weekly flights between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo with South African Airways at 09:55. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from JNB to GRU is with LATAM Airlines at 15:15.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Johannesburg to Sao Paulo flight.

  • Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo

  • $477 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo. Return flights start from $680. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Johannesburg to Sao Paulo flights.

  • The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Johannesburg to Sao Paulo flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo, you can leave from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Travel from JNB to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) in one seamless journey.

  • Be on the lookout for promotions with LATAM Airlines. This airline offers direct Johannesburg to Sao Paulo plane tickets out of JNB.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Johannesburg to Sao Paulo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:

  • 77.1% of flights that depart O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Arriving in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GRU:

  • Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and discover Sao Paulo and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • As soon as your flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Sao Paulo is approximately 8 kilometres from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 35 minutes.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near VCP. Settle in and get cosy after your Johannesburg to Sao Paulo flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Foco, Localiza and Movida make collecting a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from CGH three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Viracopos Airport (VCP) is about 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a car after your flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Start your trip without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Viracopos Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable companies here like Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • If you're looking for a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from VCP around four weeks ahead of your flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, along with a better price.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Sao Paulo in April.

  • The warmest month in Sao Paulo is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Johannesburg to Sao Paulo ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Sao Paulo

  • Start your Sao Paulo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Sao Paulo Museum of Art and Ibirapuera Park are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Sao Paulo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Paulista Avenue.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Sao Paulo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Sao Paulo, a trip to Belo Horizonte will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

  • If you want to check out another corner of Brazil, consider Curitiba, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem are the start of reasons to visit.

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