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Sao Paulo.$842 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $842, select.
Sao Paulo.$844 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $844, select.
Sao Paulo.$909 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
Sao Paulo.$915 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.
Sao Paulo.$918 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $918, select.
Sao Paulo.$919 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $919, select.
Sao Paulo.$920 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $920, select.
Sao Paulo.$920 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $920, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Sao Paulo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Sao Paulo flights are currently cheapest in February.
May
from $1,185
Jun
from $921
Jul
from $1,333
Aug
from $1,234
Sep
from $919
Oct
from $918
Nov
from $844
Dec
from $930
Jan
from $930
Feb
from $842
Mar
from $930
Apr
from $1,238

Direct flights from Rome to Sao Paulo

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Rome to Sao Paulo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$842
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time12 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineITA Airways
Average flights per week46

Finding cheap flights from Rome 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 Rome to Sao Paulo is $842. 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.
12 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Sao Paulo.
ITA Airways, Etihad Airways and Saudia fly direct from Rome to Sao Paulo.
As of May 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from Rome to Sao Paulo.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Sao Paulo is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Rome, 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 $842.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Sao Paulo on Saturday, 14 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 5 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 18°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 TAP Air Portugal. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is LATAM Airlines.

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

  • There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Sao Paulo.

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's chief entry points.

  • Around 12 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Rome to Sao Paulo flight.

  • Sao Paulo is four hours behind Rome and follows the UTC-3 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Rome to Sao Paulo is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). There are 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to GRU is the 09:40 ITA Airways service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 22:30 with ITA Airways.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Rome to Sao Paulo flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sao Paulo

  • Get cheap Rome to Sao Paulo flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Rome to Sao Paulo is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Rome to Sao Paulo couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Lock in a cheap Rome to Sao Paulo flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You can get a direct flight from Rome to Sao Paulo leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Begin your journey at FCO and land at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU).

  • ITA Airways is a popular airline that offers direct Rome to Sao Paulo plane tickets from FCO.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Rome to Sao Paulo flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rome to Sao Paulo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo:

  • 73.18% of flights taking off from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

Arriving in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • The distance from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo is approximately 21 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to GRU if you have a late flight from Rome to Sao Paulo. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport rental car and explore Sao Paulo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and Movida are top providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

  • Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sao Paulo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 35 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo, rest your head at a hotel near VCP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from CGH three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo has touched down. Central Sao Paulo is about 80 kilometres from Viracopos Airport (VCP) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there in a car.

  • If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Whether you want an economy just for you or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Viracopos Airport rental car for you. Explore the types of wheels available from suppliers such as Foco, Localiza and Movida.

  • Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from VCP four weeks before your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo for the most affordable rates.

Best time to go to Sao Paulo

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Sao Paulo, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Sao Paulo based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Rome to Sao Paulo ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sao Paulo to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

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

More about Sao Paulo

  • Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Sao Paulo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue are highlights which should feature on every Sao Paulo itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Belo Horizonte is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sao Paulo. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.

  • Curitiba is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Sao Paulo. No trip is complete without visiting Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, Museu Oscar Niemeyer and Largo da Ordem.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to Sao Paulo

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