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Johannesburg.P32,028 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P32,028, select.
Johannesburg.P34,479 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P34,479, select.
Johannesburg.P34,622 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Sun, 28 Dec.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P34,622, select.
Johannesburg.P35,199 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P35,199, select.
Johannesburg.P36,773 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,773, select.
Johannesburg.P36,830 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P36,830, select.
Johannesburg.P37,006 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P37,006, select.
Johannesburg.P37,148 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P37,148, select.
Johannesburg.P40,150 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P40,150, select.
Johannesburg.P40,150 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Thu, 1 Jan.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Sao Paulo Guarulhos.Price includes taxes and charges.From P40,150, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in March.
Oct
from P51,889
Nov
from P34,479
Dec
from P34,622
Jan
from P44,181
Feb
from P37,148
Mar
from P32,028
Apr
from P36,773
May
from P40,150
Jun
from P35,199
Jul
from P40,384
Aug
from P40,150
Sep
from P40,384

Direct flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Johannesburg

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Sao Paulo to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP32,028
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time8 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week31

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos 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 Guarulhos to Johannesburg is P32,028. 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 51 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Johannesburg.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Johannesburg.
As of October 2025, there are 31 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos to Johannesburg is usually March.
If you're flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, 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 P32,028.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Johannesburg on Monday, 9 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 51 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 October, the average temperature is usually around 20°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.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 10 minutes.

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is five hours ahead of Sao Paulo.

  • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most popular route, with six departures a week to pick from. You can fly from GRU to JNB at 17:05 with South African Airways.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your GRU to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg ticket. Begin your trip at GRU and touch down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).

  • LATAM Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from GRU to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • 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 driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near GRU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 75.54% of flights that take off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Johannesburg

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg flight is P25,175. The cheapest price for a return flight is P32,028. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap flights from GRU to Johannesburg, book your journey seven months before your planned departure.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from GRU to Johannesburg.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.

  • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from GRU to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near HLA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your GRU to Johannesburg flight at any of these well-located options:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be off and running.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you save.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Johannesburg in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GRU to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Johannesburg, browse our range of hotels including:

  • Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Johannesburg to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've done Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel around 451 kilometres south-east to Pietermaritzburg to tick off its leading attractions. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, about 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are key highlights.

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