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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Sao Paulo

Fri, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 18
LATAM Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:40 amSAN-GRU
18h 25m1 stop
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10:50 pm - 9:19 amGRU-SAN
15h 29m1 stop
$588LATAM Airlines
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Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 3
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2:00 pm - 9:35 amSAN-GRU
14h 35m1 stop
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11:10 pm - 9:19 amGRU-SAN
15h 09m1 stop
$594LATAM Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
1:47 pm - 9:30 amSAN-GRU
14h 43m1 stop
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10:25 pm - 6:34 pmGRU-SAN
25h 09m2 stops
$600United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 9:55 amSAN-GRU
20h 55m2 stops
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10:20 am - 11:55 pmGRU-SAN
18h 35m2 stops
$604Delta
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Sat, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 22
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 5:40 amSAN-GRU
27h 10m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:45 pm - 8:44 pmGRU-SAN
25h 59m1 stop
$605Delta
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Tue, Feb 17 - Sun, Mar 1
United Airlines Logo
5:42 pm - 9:30 amSAN-GRU
34h 48m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:15 pm - 4:18 pmGRU-SAN
23h 03m1 stop
$609United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 8:10 amSAN-GRU
16h 40m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 11:30 amGRU-SAN
17h 55m2 stops
$624American Airlines
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Sun, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 11
Copa Airlines Logo
9:12 pm - 8:50 pmSAN-GRU
19h 38m1 stop
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1:30 am - 5:57 pmGRU-SAN
20h 27m1 stop
$628Copa Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
Copa Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 8:50 pmSAN-GRU
19h 40m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 5:03 pmGRU-SAN
20h 33m1 stop
$676Copa Airlines
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Sat, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
10:47 am - 8:10 amSAN-GRU
16h 23m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:15 am - 11:27 amGRU-SAN
16h 12m1 stop
$745American Airlines
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LATAM Airlines
Cheapest • from $588 (round-trip)
Delta
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 32% price drop
December
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Cheapest round-trip
$588
Overall average: $1,108
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Fri 11/14Tue 11/18
SAN - GRU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$264
Typical prices: $294-534
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SAN - GRU • 1 stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Sao Paulo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For San Diego to Sao Paulo, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Sao Paulo back to San Diego, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport is August, where tickets cost $689 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,407 and $1,131 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$264
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 38% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Sao Paulo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San Diego to Sao Paulo flights

  • How can I catch the earliest flight from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    Suppose you stay away from SAN and you have an early morning flight; consider booking a San Diego hotel near the airport because the hassle of commuting in the morning is worth escaping. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport-Old Town, an IHG Hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, and Wyndham Garden San Diego near Sea World offer affordable accommodation and good proximity to the airport.

  • Are there pet-friendly flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    Suppose you intend to travel with your furry family; consider booking a flight with Delta and enjoy an increasingly pet-friendly flight. The airline will allow you with your pet in the cabin if it's kept in its carrier. You can also travel with two pets, which will be transported in the cargo to ensure safety and comfort.

  • Which other cities can I visit from São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport?

    After landing at GRU, you can conveniently visit several other cities to explore. Besides being a gateway for international flights, GRU is a major hub for air travel in Brazil. You can visit Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, Recife, Natal, Fortaleza, Campo Grande, Sao Luis, Belem, and Manaus. Copa Airlines, Azul, and Delta fly from this airport.

  • Do flights from San Diego to San Paulo consider persons with limited mobility?

    Most flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo consider persons with limited mobility. When you travel with American Airlines, you will be provided with a wheelchair to aid your mobility in the airport before departure. They also have meet and assist services, in addition to accessible restrooms.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport was $264 for a one-way ticket and $588 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Sao Paulo?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Diego and on arrival in Sao Paulo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Sao Paulo, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo, Delta or Copa Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo are Delta and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,183 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $763 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sao Paulo from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sao Paulo with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and GRU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Sao Paulo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sao Paulo from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport

  • Do you intend to travel to Sao Paulo? You will depart from San Diego Airport (SAN) and land at São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). The airlines operating on the route include but are not limited to Azul, Delta, Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, American Airlines, GoL, and United Airlines.
  • When traveling from San Diego to Sao Paulo, consider booking your flight ticket with LATAM Airlines to enjoy unraveled lounge amenities when you land. LATAM Lounge at GRU allows you to enjoy complimentary food and drinks. Also, you’ll enjoy the lounge’s entertainment services, business center, and comfy seats to unwind after the long flight.
  • Multiple airlines from San Diego to Sao Paulo offer stopover flights. The common layover cities include Brasilia, Rio de Janeiro, Montreal, San Francisco, Dallas, New York, Philadelphia, Lima, Vancouver, Santiago, Houston, and Mexico City. Other layover cities are Atlanta, Toronto, Panama, Bogota, Miami, and Charlotte.
  • When connecting from downtown San Diego to SAN, you can take Amtrak and COASTER to the airport at Santa Fe Depot train station. An alternative option is Airport City Bus Route 992, operating from 5:00 am to midnight. The bus arrives at Terminals 1 and 2. While trains and buses are the most cost-efficient alternative, you may want a more convenient option. In that case, taxis are the go-to option offering 24/7 transport services.
  • Suppose you want to be eco-friendly when traveling from San Diego to Sao Paulo; you should consider booking flights with few layovers. While multiple airlines offer one-stop flights, American Airlines is stricter bout its sustainability policies. In addition to using sustainable aviation fuel on most commercial flights, the airline is actively replacing older aircraft with newer ones to ensure a sustainable fleet.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Sao Paulo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Sao Paulo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 7963 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.9Entertainment
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
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Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Sep 2025SNA - SEA
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Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

Quick check in. Everything went smooth. I don't know what can be done about airline food.

My husband upgraded our seats and I don't know if it was due to the type of planet was or if they didn't upgrade our seats. We were supposed to be in I believe comfort seats and they were just as tight as any other seat- no leg room and we are very tall people but at least it wasn't extremely cold. My husband did put in a complaint about our seating because he paid extra and if we would have known that the space and the tightness would have been the same, we just would have gotten the emergency row emergency row seats that we normally get. We love Delta but both our flights coming home we're not good. Oh I forgot to mention that on our flight to Hawaii our luggage wheels got broke and we had to purse new luggage on vacation then we never had this problem so we didn't know protocol and reported it after we got home only for them to tell is we only had 24hrs to report the damage. Not sure what was going on with Delta this vacation trip.

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

It was a great flight and the stewards and stewardess were all kind and accommodating!! The seats were comfortable and entertainment screen excellent!

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Most aspects were good however if they assign boarding zones they ought to enforce them or why bother? My luggage from SAN-JFK-MAD was lost in NY so I without my main bag for two days upon arrival in Spain. They were helpful in tracking it and eventually delivered it to my hotel. The flub was because of a delay upon arrival in NYC. I had booked 2 1/2 hours between flights but we had to hold on the taxiway for an hour after landing while waiting for a clear gate which likely caused the baggage error.

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

We had a great flight just wished they had a tv so we can see a movie that would of made my trip excellent.

the food served was an embarrassment. No connection for charging the cellphone... What a crappy airline.

The flighr attandants were very rude they ignored me didnt offer me anything to drink throughoit the 4 hour flight i feel i was targeted and ignored because i was a darkskin latino man.

I selected first class expecting excetional service. It was mediocre at best. The food service was cold, meal choices was poor and on one leg they did provide dessert. I did enjoy the lay day seat but the movies were old and nothing current. Boarding the plane is always hot. So boarding is quite warm until your in the air. I took a small personal air fan. Update the meals and movies.

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Did upgrade, travel in business it was great (more room I could sleep)

Had to go through security at the gate again. Had to take off shoes and go through the whole thing again even though we have global entry. They asked us to check in items bought at duty free during our layover and since we checked our luggage at the original departure airport, they forced us to check in a small backpack. None of this ever happened with other airlines. In addition, no vegetarian food option and no snacks during a 7 hr flight. Luggage limits are unusually small. This is unacceptable. Will NEVER fly Copa again and will tell friends and family to avoid this airline.

Seats not reclining, no vegetarian food option, no snacks. 7.5 hr flight should have been more comfortable. Luggage limits are unusually small. Will never fly Copa again and will tell friends and family to avoid this airline.

We had a five hour layover in the way home from Colombia. I read the "bout your flight" email carefully before we checked bags. We had to go through security right at the gate. Almost lost our ground coffee because that airport only allows 16 ounce of coffee and we had 18. I've been to 48 countries and never heard of a coffee restriction. I can't follow a rule I don't know about. I requested they bring our coffee to our checked luggage. Instead tey gate checked our bag for free. Back to planning transfers in Dallas I guess

It was ok. However, the food was quite poor since I don't eat pasta.

I’m entitled to a refund per LATAM due to the mid flight itinerary change and being stuck in São Paulo for 24 hours and needing to get a hotel. The airline was dismissive and of no help.

The flight was late. Please do not delay next time.

I couldn't travel, now I can't get a refund and to change the date I have to pay an absurd fine.

Boarding was confusing with a delayed flight because there was no English translation

My biggest complaint is the comfort. I am not tall and there was no legroom. It was very uncomfortable. During my transfer in Sao Paola, the flight was slightly delayed so boarding was confusing because there were no instructions in English.

Bought a ticket that included a bag and they still charged me to check it in, latam is the worst airline.

I never got this flight. You sent me to Chile!!! And from Chile I got the other flight to São Paulo... I've arrived 7h latter than I was supposed to arrive because of Delta delays.

Because the flight was late, we lost the connection to Brazil. You, Delta delayed, and you Delta anticipated the door closing in 15 min from Miami to GRU. Why? It caused a lot of stress! I almost could not see my mother in law alive because of your delay.

My entertainment did not work. I was very tired from the botched connection, and the poor sleep

Lost ,y connection due to a mechanical delay, huge line to get new connection and vouchers

We had to deboard 2 times due to maintenance issues. They changed the plane, and then we got deviated to LAX due to maibtenance issues on the other plane, had to sleep at LAX and los a full day.

From the first moment you interact with United Airlines, you can expect nothing less but extreme frustration. The baggage handler at the bag drop seems completely unbothered by the presence of customers waiting in line. No help was extended to load the baggage whatsoever. And if any of your bags is overweight by 0.01 pound they will make you re-distribute everything in your suitcase just to play power trip. When it was time to board no help was extended to customers to locate their seats. Moreover. It was a chaotic mess at the gate when it was unclear who should board first and everyone just bunched up, trying to get on the plane. I am sure the crew was doing their best to perform their jobs while being paid their wages however it shouldn’t be that hard to smile once or twice when you’re in the business if serving customers. It is a shame for the United States of America to have a flagship carrier of such low caliber. Our flight was also delayed by about an hour and a half due to further delays prior to our inbound flight. Being someone who has travelled for both business and leisure in Asia, Europe, and South America I have never experienced such poor quality of service.

I understand stuff happens, but plane failures are likely due to lack of maintenance. Additionally, air conditioning wasn't working, no snack/drink service, no WiFi. Fortunately, the crew was communicative and light-hearted. United grabbed another plane and we were able to get to our destination.

The pilots were late and it made us 1 hour late. The meat was tough and bok choy was also tough.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

The best airline I have ever travel , really good customer service, attention and service !!

United sent me a mileage plus number last year but that number is invalid so I can’t use it to check into flights or collect mileage. There is human to speak about the problem, only computers who keep asking me if I am using the correct email. It’s so frustrating and I cannot resolve it.

Not a great experience. We paid for the upgrade for premium economy seats and seated ourselves in very comfortable seats. Someone came along with the same seat on their boarding pass. The aircraft had been changed and as a result we were booted out and sent further back to small uncomfortable seats. After complaining we were moved to emergency row seats, which gave us more leg room but the seats don’t recline. For people in our 70’s we found having to sit upright from California to NJ very uncomfortable. Not sure why they chose to move senior citizens instead of the two people that were allowed to take the more comfortable seats. Not happy.

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

The entertainment package was vast and the selections were very current. Keep updating it was great.

The seat was so hard my tailbone was aching The crew was kind of a b**** because I made a joke that I didn't care if they close the door I total c*** when she was trying to f****** act like she was mad at me because I said that The flight was bumpy. Sure you didnt have control over that.

4 hours late, including over +1 hour waiting in plane to take off. Baggage left behind too.

While waiting to claim my checked luggage, I discovered the airline had lost it. After a long wait and inquiries, I discovered it was on another flight. Fortunately, the airline finally sent my luggage home.

Was not able to watch most shows on the entertainment site. They would not load

Our flight was 1.5 hours delayed. There was no weather for the inbound flight, so I don't understand why. This meant a VERY late arrival and only a quick nap before my morning flight.

Delayed flight, so I switched fights to SFO to Phoenix , Phoenix to DSM. Excellent service through American Airlines

AA re-routed flight from HNL to LAX due to delay. My group of 3 with reserved seats in row 9 was broken up, with one assigned to a middle seat, another in the last row of the plane. Not happy. No explanation to the delay. No apologies. No compensation. Would have been nice to be offered an Admiral Club admission or a voucher for the extra 3 hours of layover in LAX. Could not hear the boarding gate announcements in LAX. Adjacent gate was boarding at the same time. Loud speakers were competing against each other. Barely made my boarding group.

Almost a 6 hour flight and the only food option is a cheese plate… and chips. Also how is it there are no options for texting on American. I’ll be going back to delta and united.

Bad food, small seats that didn’t recline. I thought I was buying a quantas ticket so I feel like I got scammed

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