$305 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sao Paulo (SAO)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo (SFO-SAO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $305 for one-way flights and $556 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Sun, May 10 - Sat, May 23
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$556 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$556
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, May 10 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Sat, May 23, priced at $556 found 1 day ago
United
Fri, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 29
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$560 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$560
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $560 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, May 9
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$565 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$565
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 18 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Sat, May 9, priced at $565 found 17 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 26
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$565 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$565
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $565 found 8 hours ago
Delta
Sun, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 7
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$569 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$569
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $569 found 5 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$570 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$570
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $570 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 18
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$570 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$570
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $570 found 1 day ago
Copa
Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 19
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$598 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$598
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $598 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Apr 3 - Tue, Apr 21
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$610 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Apr 3 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Tue, Apr 21, priced at $610 found 9 hours ago
United
Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 23
SFO
San Francisco
GRU
Sao Paulo
$610 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Apr 7 from San Francisco to Sao Paulo, returning Thu, Apr 23, priced at $610 found 9 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to São Paulo (SAO)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $534 - $744 per traveler.

Alternative airports near São Paulo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. GRU. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 22 minutes. Flights from $610
GRU
Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center22 min
Flights from $610
Select flight to Congonhas - Sao Paulo Intl. CGH. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $2,222
CGH
Congonhas - Sao Paulo Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $2,222
Select flight to Viracopos - Campinas Intl. VCP. Average driving time to city center is 59 minutes. Flights from $875
VCP
Viracopos - Campinas Intl.
Average driving time to city center59 min
Flights from $875

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from SFO to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports)?
Start packing your suitcase, because round-trip flights from San Francisco Airport to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) start from $556. That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can go up quickly, so book today to score the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SFO to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports)?
Most flights can be conveniently canceled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Airport to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports)?
With around 6464 mi separating SFO and Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports), your flight will be a long one. Pack wisely and make your time in the air more comfortable. Little things like a spare pair of socks and some noise-canceling headphones can make all the difference.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports)?
Direct flights aren't available, so you'll have to make at least one stop between SFO and Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports). Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and enjoy some personal space.
Are SFO to Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are constantly going up and down, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute deals between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Sao Paulo (SAO-All Airports) are of course possible, it's also a good idea to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers publicize their prices up to a year ahead of the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest bargains around, so check back often and be ready to secure your seat when the fares dip.

Travel information

Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Guarulhos - Governor André Franco Montoro Intl.
Roundtrip price
$556
Distance
6478 mi

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San Francisco to Sao Paulo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Sao Paulo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sao Paulo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Sao Paulo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Sao Paulo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Sao Paulo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $305 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Sao Paulo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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