To Recife

Cheap Flights from São Paulo to Recife

Browse current best options from São Paulo. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

São Paulo

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Recife

Prices updated 24 days ago

486,190 searches this week

171 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated May 29, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from São Paulo to Recife

Explore current cheapest deals departing from São Paulo to Recife

Round trip

Sort by: Cheapest

August 1 - August 8

Cheapest

GRU - Recife

$251

$115

Round trip

August 1 - August 15

GRU - Recife

$223

$127

Round trip

July 23 - August 6

Earliest

GRU - Recife

$288

$128

Round trip

July 23 - August 11

Earliest

GRU - Recife

$290

$128

Round trip

August 7 - August 16

Best

GRU - Recife

$234

$131

Round trip

August 3 - August 9

GRU - Recife

$251

$132

Round trip

July 29 - August 11

GRU - Recife

$288

$133

Round trip

July 30 - August 6

GRU - Recife

$309

$133

Round trip

July 27 - August 11

GRU - Recife

$285

$133

Round trip

July 30 - August 11

GRU - Recife

$286

$133

Round trip

Unlock all 500+ flight deals to Recife and get alerts when great deals appear

Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Recife

A typical journey from São Paulo to Recife takes about 6h 20m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 2,100 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this median journey time reflects the efficiency of direct travel between these two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from São Paulo to Recife, prices right now are above the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $166–$384, with a median of $246. Currently, about 35% of recent fares are considered a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings.

When is the cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Recife? The most affordable months to travel are September, with a median fare of $165, followed by November at $174, and May at $187. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare, providing clear windows for budget-conscious planning.

Regarding direct flights from São Paulo to Recife, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 78.2% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This high percentage of direct options means you can generally expect a straightforward journey without the need for multiple transfers.

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Recife

Regular price: $197 - $417

Prices for flights from São Paulo to Recife are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $197 and $417. The current lowest deal is $115 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Aug 1 to Aug 8.

now $115

Low $197

High $417

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Recife

Flights from SAO to REC are cheapest in September, with a median price of $165. The most expensive month to fly is March, with a median price of $545. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $165

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $545

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from São Paulo to Recife

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Recife

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$767

$406

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$760

$406

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$768

$406

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$606

$298

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$760

$362

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$757

$362

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to Recife

1 night

Jun 22 - Jun 23

$694 → $191

72%

2 nights

Jun 28 - Jun 30

$657 → $193

71%

7 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 28

$619 → $160

74%

6 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 27

$619 → $167

73%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Recife

São Paulo - Recife route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to Recife are above the typical level at $115.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $165.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m

The median flight duration for this route is 6 hours 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

78.2% of deals are direct

Most deals for this route are direct, with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offering flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras is a top choice

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from São Paulo to Recife appear frequently, with 1.03 deals per day.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

This airport offers the cheapest flights from São Paulo to Recife.

📍 ~20 km from São Paulo city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$115

São Paulo–Congonhas (CGH)

Consider this airport for flights from São Paulo to Recife.

📍 ~10 km from São Paulo city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Viracopos International (VCP)

This airport is an option for flights from São Paulo to Recife.

📍 ~80 km from São Paulo city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$167

Recife main airports to arrive at

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International (REC)

Cheapest

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Recife.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Airports nearby Recife used as alternative

Presidente Castro Pinto International (JPA)

Cheapest

This airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity and high frequency of domestic flights.

📍 ~100 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$149

Zumbi dos Palmares International (MCZ)

Consider this major regional airport for reliable flights, especially to the South and Southeast of Brazil.

📍 ~190 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Greater Natal International Airport (NAT)

This large international airport offers high operational reliability and strong connectivity to major domestic markets.

📍 ~250 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Campina Grande (CPV)

This regional hub is closer than Natal or Maceio for travelers on the west side of the metropolitan area.

📍 ~120 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$167

Santa Maria (AJU)

This stable commercial airport serves as an alternative for reaching southern destinations.

📍 ~400 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Recife

83% AI deal score

$619

$301

Save $318

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from São Paulo to Recife is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $171. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $595. For those planning further ahead, tickets purchased 60+ days in advance had an average price of $275.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from São Paulo to Recife is considered a good deal if the price is $166 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $246. Prices above $384 are typically in the more expensive range. Travelers can use these benchmarks to assess the value of available fares.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from São Paulo to Recife, with a median price of $165. November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $174. The overall annual median price for this route is $246, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Related routes

Consider alternative routes from São Paulo

Flights from São Paulo to Amsterdam Flights from São Paulo to Aruba Flights from São Paulo to Asunción Flights from São Paulo to Barcelona Flights from São Paulo to Beijing Flights from São Paulo to Berlin Flights from São Paulo to Bogotá Flights from São Paulo to Buenos Aires Flights from São Paulo to Cartagena Flights from São Paulo to Dubai Flights from São Paulo to Hong Kong Flights from São Paulo to La Paz

Cheap Flights from São Paulo to Recife

Today’s best flight deals from São Paulo to Recife

Unlock all 500+ flight deals to Recife and get alerts when great deals appear

Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Recife

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Recife

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Recife

Direct flights from São Paulo to Recife

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Recife

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to Recife

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Recife

São Paulo - Recife route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Direct flights take 6h 20m

78.2% of deals are direct

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras is a top choice

Deals are frequent for this route

São Paulo main airports to depart from

Recife main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Recife used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Recife

Best Elite deals to Recife

Aug 08

Aug 06

Jul 23

Jul 24

Jul 24

Jul 23

Jul 23

Jul 24

Jul 24

Jul 24

Jul 23

Jul 24

Jul 23

Jul 23

Jul 24

Jul 23

Jul 23

Jul 24

Jul 23

Jul 24

Jul 24

Jul 23

Jul 23

Jul 24

Jul 24

Jul 25

Jul 31

Jul 27

Aug 04

Aug 04

Aug 04

Aug 04

Aug 04

Aug 04

Jun 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

When should I buy São Paulo to Recife tickets?

When should I buy São Paulo to Recife tickets?

How do I know if a São Paulo to Recife flight is a good deal?

How do I know if a São Paulo to Recife flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from São Paulo to Recife?

What's the best month to fly from São Paulo to Recife?

How many flights from São Paulo to Recife are non-stop?

How many flights from São Paulo to Recife are non-stop?

How long does it take to fly from São Paulo to Recife?

How long does it take to fly from São Paulo to Recife?

Are there frequent deals on flights from São Paulo to Recife?

Are there frequent deals on flights from São Paulo to Recife?

Related routes

Consider alternative routes from São Paulo