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Cheapest round-trip
$530
Overall average: $741
United Airlines
Mon 11/10Tue 11/25
SAN - GRU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$294
Typical prices: $296-$597
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Fri 10/31
SAN - GRU • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $530 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Sao Paulo (SAN-GRU)

 
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

Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 25
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1:47 pm - 9:30 amSAN-GRU
14h 43m1 stop
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9:45 pm - 8:05 pmGRU-SAN
27h 20m2 stops
$530United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
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6:24 am - 9:35 amSAN-GRU
22h 11m1 stop
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11:45 pm - 3:31 pmGRU-SAN
20h 46m1 stop
$560Delta
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Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 25
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8:00 am - 5:40 amSAN-GRU
16h 40m1 stop
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9:15 pm - 6:20 pmGRU-SAN
26h 05m1 stop
$586LATAM Airlines
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Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 25
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9:59 am - 4:25 pmSAN-GRU
25h 26m2 stops
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11:45 pm - 6:20 pmGRU-SAN
23h 35m1 stop
$600LATAM Airlines
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Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 17
American Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 8:10 amSAN-GRU
18h 45m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 4:03 pmGRU-SAN
22h 03m1 stop
$621American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
10:09 am - 8:10 amSAN-GRU
17h 01m2 stops
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11:30 pm - 2:32 pmGRU-SAN
20h 02m2 stops
$625American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8
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8:12 pm - 12:15 amSAN-GRU
23h 03m1 stop
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1:30 am - 5:37 pmGRU-SAN
21h 07m1 stop
$628Copa Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
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8:12 pm - 8:50 pmSAN-GRU
19h 38m1 stop
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12:55 pm - 9:48 amGRU-SAN
25h 53m1 stop
$654Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
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8:12 pm - 8:50 pmSAN-GRU
19h 38m1 stop
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12:55 pm - 9:48 amGRU-SAN
25h 53m1 stop
$673Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 14
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8:12 pm - 8:50 pmSAN-GRU
19h 38m1 stop
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1:40 am - 5:37 pmGRU-SAN
20h 57m1 stop
$693Copa Airlines
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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 $619 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,283 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 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$294
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 33% increase in price.
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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 $294 for a one-way ticket and $530 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?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Sao Paulo, with SkyTeam 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 $994 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 $756 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 7995 reviews
7.9Comfort
7.3Food
7.9Entertainment
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
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The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

6.0 GoodDavid, Oct 2025LAX - JFK
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The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Delayed flight (1hour) plus a long layover after an overnight flight with no backup plane available.

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.

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

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.

Poor, the airline was not able to help me move flights.

The way the Pilot made all announcements, specially the way he congratulated the entire crew as the best team ever, making a comment that due to them they were able to shorter the delay to the destination. Amazing flight .

Just to drop my already labeled bag it took 50 minutes inline. Completely disappointed with Latam operation at GRU

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.

Same as last comment. Food sucks. Quality. Not surprising most people have no clue about nourishment Clearly

The flight attendants were great, I joked with one I can’t remember her name, a blond, really sweet. I thought it was run well very professional. This was great i survived Spirit, I know for which I speak.

We were in business class. the angled seats in that class do not have a real window view & the placement of the controls are bad. But we knew that. But the food options were mediocre. The taste was fine, but the size was for a child. It’s just really feels like United is skimping on everything. Even when we were in the Polaris lounge they did not have diet sodas. They said they were out no Coke zero no Diet Coke, etc. I do not think the portion of nuts they serve on the plane could get any smaller. Really a minimal service and offer for what you’re paying for in business.

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

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 flight was flawless and we even arrived between 20 and 25 minutes early!

Always seated jammed in rear of aircraft Admirals Club food at DFW terminal D was absolute worst food experience and I pay $600/year to eat this dried out junk

Mostly good. Flight was crowded but Airline personnel were very friendly & accommodating. It would be good to have savory snacks rather than just sweet Biscoff cookies.

My flight was delayed for 17hs because the pilot forgot his passport!!! What a joke. AA used to be a great airline, now I have to think twice before flying with them again.

It was a red eye flight, so no meals were provided, but it was fine with snacks. The seats felt cramped and almost too narrow.

Very crowded flight but what can you expect these days?? Crew was accommodating.

The seats in economy were appeared to be quite thin and lack sufficient cushioning to be comfortable. Perhaps it was my seating position but the plane seemed notably load.

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.

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