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Johannesburg.$861 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Thu, 9 Jul.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $861, select.
Johannesburg.$861 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $861, select.
Johannesburg.$861 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $861, select.
Johannesburg.$902 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $902, select.
Johannesburg.$906 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $906, select.
Johannesburg.$906 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $906, select.
Johannesburg.$931 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $931, select.
Johannesburg.$934 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From $934, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sao Paulo to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in April.
Dec
from $1,266
Jan
from $1,763
Feb
from $1,243
Mar
from $930
Apr
from $899
May
from $1,046
Jun
from $1,102
Jul
from $1,428
Aug
from $927
Sep
from $1,056
Oct
from $931
Nov
from $1,239

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Sao Paulo to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$858
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg is $861. 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.
8 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg.
As of December 2025, there are 18 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg is usually April.
If you're flying from Sao Paulo, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from $861.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 50 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Johannesburg is South African Airways .

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

  • There are two main airports to choose from in Sao Paulo. Check out your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when reserving your flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg.

  • Come in for landing at Johannesburg's major arrival point, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).

  • Around 8 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Sao Paulo to Johannesburg flight.

  • Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg five hours ahead of Sao Paulo.

  • The busiest route for flights from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg is from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). You can choose from six services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GRU to JNB is the 17:05 South African Airways service. If you prefer to travel later, the final scheduled service is at 22:55 with LATAM Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your Sao Paulo to Johannesburg flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg

  • Score cheap Sao Paulo to Johannesburg flights by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg.

  • Find an affordable Sao Paulo to Johannesburg flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

  • Set off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) on a nonstop flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg. From GRU, you can fly directly into O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).

  • Be on the lookout for promotions with LATAM Airlines. This airline offers direct Sao Paulo to Johannesburg plane tickets out of GRU.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Sao Paulo to Johannesburg flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • GRU is about 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 75.54% of flights leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

  • VCP is around 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg? Kick back in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:

  • 75% of all departures from Viracopos Airport meet their expected arrival time.

Arriving in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:

  • Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • As soon as your flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

  • First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg. July is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your Sao Paulo to Johannesburg tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Johannesburg right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Johannesburg:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are must-do's during your Johannesburg adventure.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.

  • Pretoria is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without experiencing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.

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