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What is the best way to travel from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Flights and Carpool to Rio de Janeiro from São Luís, MA. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
58h 30m
£91
£91
3
Flight
3h 15m
£61
£163
59

What is the cheapest way to reach Rio de Janeiro from São Luís, MA?

You can reach Rio de Janeiro with just £61 by taking a Flight from Azul, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £154
Saturday
from £123
Sunday
from £155
Monday
from £61
Tuesday
from £74
Wednesday
Thursday
from £78

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Azul
    11h 55m
    0
    04:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    16:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £154
  • Azul
    15h 20m
    0
    14:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    05:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £154
  • LATAM Brasil
    20h 30m
    0
    11:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    08:00
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £160
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    21:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £170

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Azul
    14h 25m
    0
    04:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    18:40
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £123
  • Azul
    17h 25m
    0
    15:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    09:00
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £123
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 5m
    0
    04:20
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    10:25
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £148
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    13h 40m
    0
    17:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    07:10
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £148

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Azul
    10h 0m
    0
    14:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £155
  • Azul
    11h 55m
    0
    04:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    16:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £187
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    5h 0m
    0
    17:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    22:35
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £206
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    11h 25m
    0
    17:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    05:00
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £206

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Azul
    10h 0m
    0
    14:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £61
  • Azul
    6h 30m
    0
    04:45
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    11:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £63
  • LATAM Brasil
    7h 30m
    0
    03:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    10:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £79
  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 55m
    0
    11:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    17:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £79

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Azul
    14h 15m
    0
    04:10
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    18:25
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £74
  • Azul
    11h 35m
    0
    04:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    16:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £78
  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 15m
    0
    02:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    05:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £84
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 30m
    0
    03:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    12:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £88

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Azul
    7h 35m
    0
    16:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £78
  • Azul
    12h 55m
    0
    16:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    05:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £78
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    12h 25m
    0
    03:25
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    15:50
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £89
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    10h 40m
    0
    03:25
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    14:05
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £94
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    58h 30m
    0
    11:00
    São Luís, MA
    Central Bus Station
    21:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    £91

What are the fastest trips from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro?

You can get to Rio de Janeiro from São Luís, MA in just 3h 15m with a Flight from LATAM Brasil. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 4h 35m
Saturday
from 6h 5m
Sunday
from 4h 50m
Monday
from 4h 50m
Tuesday
from 3h 15m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 5h 5m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Azul
    4h 35m
    0
    02:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    07:10
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £332
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    21:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £170
  • LATAM Brasil
    10h 0m
    0
    11:30
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    21:30
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £286
  • Azul
    11h 55m
    0
    04:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    16:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £154

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 5m
    0
    04:20
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    10:25
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £148
  • Azul
    6h 20m
    0
    02:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    08:55
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £277
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 45m
    0
    02:50
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    09:35
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £160
  • LATAM Brasil
    11h 20m
    0
    02:50
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    14:10
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £277

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    4h 50m
    0
    17:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    22:25
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £317
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    5h 0m
    0
    17:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    22:35
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £206
  • LATAM Brasil
    9h 30m
    0
    03:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    12:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £216
  • Azul
    9h 50m
    0
    02:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    12:25
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £257

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    4h 50m
    0
    17:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    22:25
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £99
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    5h 5m
    0
    11:40
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    16:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £100
  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 25m
    0
    16:45
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    22:10
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £114
  • LATAM Brasil
    5h 55m
    0
    11:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    17:50
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £79

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • LATAM Brasil
    3h 15m
    0
    02:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    05:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £84
  • Azul
    4h 40m
    0
    02:35
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    07:15
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £97
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 20m
    0
    03:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    09:35
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £119
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    9h 30m
    0
    03:20
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    12:50
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £110

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    5h 5m
    0
    11:40
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    16:45
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £102
  • LATAM Brasil
    6h 20m
    0
    03:15
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    09:35
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport
    0
    LATAM Brasil
    Economy
    from £107
  • Gol Linhas Aéreas
    6h 50m
    0
    03:25
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    10:15
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Gol Linhas Aéreas
    Economy
    from £102
  • Azul
    7h 35m
    0
    16:55
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    Marechal Cunha Machado Airport
    00:30
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    Rio de Janeiro - Galeão Airport
    0
    Azul
    Economy
    from £78
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Itapemirim Suzantur
    58h 30m
    0
    11:00
    São Luís, MA
    Central Bus Station
    21:30
    Rio de Janeiro
    Bus Station do Rio
    0
    Itapemirim Suzantur
    Basic
    £91
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro

What are the most popular stations in São Luís, MA and Rio de Janeiro?

In São Luís, MA, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Segredo or Casa Verde, while in Rio de Janeiro you will be arriving at Bus Station do Rio, Parque da Catacumba or Afonso Pena, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rio de Janeiro from São Luís, MA? With 10 connections between 1 Bus, Flight and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between São Luís, MA and Rio de Janeiro, you can pay as low as £61 with a Flight from Azul.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from LATAM Brasil: you will get to Rio de Janeiro in just 3h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting São Luís, MA and Rio de Janeiro are Azul, LATAM Brasil and Gol Linhas Aéreas, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in São Luís, MA and Rio de Janeiro is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Acoque or to Bonsucesso, RJ, and look at flights from Marechal Cunha Machado Airport, and landing at Santos Dumont - Rio de Janeiro Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular companies between São Luís, MA and Rio de Janeiro, are Azul, LATAM Brasil and Gol Linhas Aéreas. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Itapemirim Suzantur

Airlines: Azul, LATAM Brasil and Gol Linhas Aéreas

All you need to know when you travel from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro

How can I reach Rio de Janeiro from São Luís, MA?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Rio de Janeiro from São Luís, MA.

How far is Rio de Janeiro from São Luís, MA?

The distance between São Luís, MA and Rio de Janeiro is 2,264.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between São Luís, MA and Rio de Janeiro?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 61 kgs of CO2, a train 79 kgs, a car 385 kgs, and a flight 557 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro?

You can get to Rio de Janeiro with just £61 by taking a Flight from Azul.

What is the fastest way to get from São Luís, MA to Rio de Janeiro?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rio de Janeiro in just 3h 15m with a Flight from LATAM Brasil.

More routes to São Luís, MA and to Rio de Janeiro

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to São Luís, MA and to Rio de Janeiro. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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