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Cheapest round-trip
$535
Typical prices: $537-$794
TAAG
Sun 3/4Thu 3/8
JNB - GRU • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$592
Typical prices: $537-$856
LATAM Airlines
Mon 1/29Tue 2/13
JNB - GRU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with LATAM Airlines and South African. Average duration is 9h 56m
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $632 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo (JNB-GRU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo

Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8
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4:40 pm - 3:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
27h 25m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:05 pm - 2:40 pmGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 35m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$535TAAG
Tue, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 31
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4:40 pm - 3:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
27h 25m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:05 pm - 11:15 pmGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$535TAAG
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:35 pm - 8:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
9h 50mnonstop
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11:20 pm - 5:25 pmGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 05m1 stop Cape Town Intl
$535LATAM Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 24
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5:45 am - 3:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
14h 20m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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6:05 pm - 11:15 pmGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$535TAAG
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:35 pm - 8:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
9h 50mnonstop
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11:20 pm - 11:45 amGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m2 stops Cape Town Intl Bloemfontein Intl
$576LATAM Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 13
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3:35 pm - 8:25 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
9h 50mnonstop
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10:50 pm - 12:45 pmGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 55mnonstop
$592LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
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8:35 pm - 6:55 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
27h 20m1 stop Cape Town Intl
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10:50 pm - 12:45 pmGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 55mnonstop
$603Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8
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11:10 am - 4:15 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
10h 05mnonstop
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5:45 pm - 7:45 amGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 00mnonstop
$670South African
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:35 pm - 6:55 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
27h 20m1 stop Cape Town Intl
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10:50 pm - 12:45 pmGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 55mnonstop
$676Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8
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11:10 am - 4:15 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GRU Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
10h 05mnonstop
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5:45 pm - 7:45 amGRU  Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 00mnonstop
$699South African
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Price, demand and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport typically range from $537 to $794. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $535, on TAAG.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport at $555 round-trip.
•December ($760) and July ($696) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$354
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo

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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:10 am and lands at 9:06 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:35 pm and lands at 1:31 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 56m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport takes 9h 56m, covering 4,619 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport range from $537 to $794, with an average of $623 over the past 12 months. Anything below $537 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $623 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $643 round-trip and layover options via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) at $632.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $86–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $426, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU)?

    Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $37 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • FOCO
    • Localiza
    • MOVIDA
    • Avis
    • keddy by Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 36m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Cape Town Intl (CPT) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $601 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $653, a difference of $52.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • LATAM Airlines
    • South African

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Flying via Cape Town Intl (CPT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 35m, compared with 18h 54m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) and 24h 44m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport is 5 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Brasilia Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport are Allianz Parque, São Paulo Expo and Autódromo José Carlos Pace. These are among the most viewed places in Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights:

    • LATAM Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $601, about $52 less than Sunday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $555 round-trip in that month - typically $205 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with LATAM Airlines. Over the past three months, 81% of LATAM Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 80%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 36m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Airport (NBJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $632 round-trip on this route - about $11 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport.

    • Pullman São Paulo Guarulhos Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Monday

South African

South African

Tuesday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Wednesday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Thursday

South African

South African

Friday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Sunday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

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Direct returns

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

LATAM Airlines,South African

LATAM Airlines,South African

Tuesday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

Thursday

LATAM Airlines,South African

LATAM Airlines,South African

Saturday

LATAM Airlines

LATAM Airlines

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