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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 46.8% of flights from Recife to São Paulo were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that a substantial portion of routes on this path offer direct travel options.

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

A direct flight from Recife to São Paulo typically takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 2100 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally have a median duration of 8 hours and 28 minutes. This means that adding a single stop can significantly increase the total travel time.

How often do Recife to São Paulo flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Recife to São Paulo route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers on this route often have opportunities to find deals. The pricing trends over the trailing 30 days suggest that price fluctuations are common.

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Recife to São Paulo: Overview

Insights for flights from Recife to São Paulo

A typical journey from Recife to São Paulo takes about 6h 25m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 2100 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Recife to São Paulo, understanding these travel times and distances is key to planning.

Fares for this route typically range from $194–$325, with a median price of $252. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 24% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive options are regularly available. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Recife to São Paulo? The data indicates that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $91. Following closely are July, with a median of $95, and April, with a median of $98. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

Regarding direct flights from Recife to São Paulo, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, accounting for 46.8% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This mix of direct and connecting options provides flexibility for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Recife to São Paulo

Regular price: $263 - $520

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Recife to São Paulo is typically between $263 and $520. The current lowest deal is $93 with City Connexion Airlines, for travel from Nov 1-Nov 5.

now $93

Low $263

High $520

The cheapest time to fly from Recife to São Paulo

The cheapest month to fly from Recife to São Paulo is May, with a median price of $91. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $313. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $91

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $313

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Direct flights from Recife to São Paulo

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

Last-minute flights going from Recife to São Paulo

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - São Paulo

Recife (REC) - São Paulo (VCP)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$265

$229

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - São Paulo

Recife (REC) - São Paulo (GRU)

LATAM Chile

$280

$220

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - São Paulo

Recife (REC) - São Paulo (GRU)

City Connexion Airlines

$279

$207

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - São Paulo

Recife (REC) - São Paulo (VCP)

LATAM Chile

$247

$220

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - São Paulo

Recife (REC) - São Paulo (GRU)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$279

$223

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - São Paulo

Recife (REC) - São Paulo (VCP)

LATAM Chile

$256

$229

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 20 - Nov 22

$490 → $170

65%

3 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 7

$492 → $178

64%

2 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 11

$494 → $252

49%

2 nights

Nov 26 - Nov 28

$489 → $254

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Recife to São Paulo

Recife - São Paulo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Recife to São Paulo are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

May, July, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, May ($91), July ($95), and April ($98) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 6h 25m

Flights from Recife to São Paulo typically have a median duration of 6 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available on 1 airline

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights on this route, with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras has direct flights

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights from Recife to São Paulo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Recife to São Paulo are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Recife main airports to depart from

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International (REC)

Cheapest

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport is a convenient option for flights to São Paulo.

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

💸 Flights from ~$113

São Paulo main airports to arrive at

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

São Paulo–Guarulhos International is a key arrival airport for flights from Recife to São Paulo.

📍 ~20 km from São Paulo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Airports nearby São Paulo used as alternative

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Consider this major international hub for high airline variety, though travel to São Paulo requires 5-6 hours.

📍 ~360 km from São Paulo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$305

Business & First Class Flight Deals to São Paulo

$332

Save $224

LATAM Chile

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to São Paulo

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Recife to São Paulo are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this booking window, the average price was $96. Booking 7-13 days out typically saw an average price of $365. For travelers booking 60+ days in advance, the average price was $179, while those booking 28-59 days ahead generally paid around $214.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Recife to São Paulo was considered to be $194 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $252. Prices typically ranged up to $325 for the higher end of the market.

Historically, May has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Recife to São Paulo, with a median price of $91. July also offered competitive prices, with a median of $95, and April had a median price of $98. The annual median price for this route was $252, indicating that these months typically offer significant savings.

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Recife to São Paulo: Overview

Insights for flights from Recife to São Paulo

How much is a round trip from Recife to São Paulo

Regular price: $263 - $520

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Recife to São Paulo is typically between $263 and $520. The current lowest deal is $93 with City Connexion Airlines, for travel from Nov 1-Nov 5.

now $93

Low $263

High $520

The cheapest time to fly from Recife to São Paulo

May

Cheapest

Flights from $91

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $313

Jan

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Jun

Jul

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Sep

Oct

Nov