Cheap Flights from New York to Sao Paulo Starting at $255

The route New York — Sao Paulo is served by many carriers — 10 in total, including United Airlines, American Airlines, LATAM Chile, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Asian Air, TACA Airlines, Air Ocean, JetBlue Airways, and Avianca Costa Rica. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $255) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Newark Liberty International (EWR) serves as a major international and transatlantic gateway for the New York metro area, often handling a high share of full-service carriers and some low-cost airlines. Located in Newark, New Jersey, it’s typically perceived as competitively priced compared with Manhattan-area airports for international flights. Travel to Midtown Manhattan is usually 20–40 minutes by NJ Transit or Amtrak to Penn Station (fares roughly $15–$30) or 30–60 minutes by taxi/rideshare (fares vary with traffic). Pros: extensive long-haul connections and frequent rail links; cons: can be farther from Manhattan and subject to congestion and occasional terminal complexity. John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is New York’s principal international hub, commonly used by major global carriers and alliance partners for long-haul and intercontinental services. Located in southeastern Queens, it can be pricier for some routes but also offers broad choice and connectivity. The AirTrain links terminals to the Long Island Rail Road and NYC subway, typically taking 30–50 minutes to Midtown (combined fares around $10–$20), with taxis/rideshares usually 35–75 minutes depending on traffic. Pros: wide international connectivity and amenities; cons: busy terminals and longer transfer times to central Manhattan. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) functions largely as a domestic and short-haul gateway, often favored by business travelers for regional and US flights due to frequent schedules. Sitting in northern Queens, it’s usually closest to Manhattan — about 15–30 minutes by taxi or rideshare in normal traffic, with fares that can be more variable; public bus and shuttle connections to subway/rail can take 30–60 minutes for lower cost. Pros: proximity and short flights; cons: fewer international services and limited long-haul amenities, though recent upgrades have improved comfort and terminal facilities. Stewart International (SWF) is a smaller, budget-leaning alternative serving the Hudson Valley and occasional low-cost carriers, typically used by leisure travelers willing to trade a longer commute for lower fares. It’s roughly 60–90 minutes from Midtown Manhattan by car or shuttle; public bus and coach options exist but are less frequent, with fares usually modest. Pros: lower congestion and cheaper parking; cons: limited flight frequency and longer transfers to the city center compared with NYC’s main airports.

São Paulo is served by two main airports with distinct roles. São Paulo–Guarulhos (GRU) is the city’s primary international hub, typically handling most long-haul and many full-service carriers; it is located about 25–30 km northeast of downtown and can be reached by bus, airport shuttles, taxis or the airport rail link (transfer times usually 30–60 minutes depending on traffic; shuttle and bus fares commonly sit in a moderate range). Congonhas (CGH) operates as a domestic, business-oriented airport nearer the city (around 8–10 km from central areas) and typically hosts short-haul and low-cost domestic flights; travel times by taxi or car are often 20–40 minutes while dedicated airport buses are available. GRU tends to be more comprehensive in facilities and international connectivity but can feel busier and require longer transfers; CGH is usually more convenient for quick domestic trips yet can suffer from urban traffic and limited long-haul options.

In different months, ticket prices from New York to Sao Paulo vary: minimum — $255 (December 2025), maximum — $278 (January 2026). Typically, the flight costs $267–$278.