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

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 70.7% of flights from São Paulo to Recife were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that direct flight options are widely available for this route.

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

The typical direct flight from São Paulo to Recife has a median duration of 3 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 2100 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically take significantly longer, with a median duration of 8 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from São Paulo to Recife?

Historically, good prices on flights from São Paulo to Recife are considered frequent. This classification is based on pricing trends observed over the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically find competitive fares for this route.

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São Paulo to Recife: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Recife

A typical journey from São Paulo to Recife takes about 6h 20m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and itineraries with one or more stops, providing a comprehensive view of travel time on this route.

For those seeking cheap flights from São Paulo to Recife, prices typically range from $193–$448, with a median of $266. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Approximately 13% of recent fares for this route were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Recife, September stands out with a median fare of $165. Other cost-effective months include November, with a median fare of $174, and May, where the median fare is $187. Planning your trip during these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Regarding direct flights from São Paulo to Recife, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 70.7% 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 offers convenience for most travelers.

The distance between São Paulo and Recife is approximately 2100 kilometers. This makes the route a medium-haul journey, a classification that generally involves flights of a few hours and often includes a mix of direct and connecting options, though direct flights are dominant for this specific route.

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Recife

Regular price: $221 - $415

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $221 and $415. The current lowest deal is $115 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Aug 9-Aug 14.

now $115

Low $221

High $415

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

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Direct flights from São Paulo to Recife

LATAM Chile

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Recife

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$298

$151

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$270

$153

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$324

$152

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$272

$152

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$287

$152

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$300

$157

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 3 - Oct 4

$400 → $131

67%

3 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 27

$402 → $153

62%

1 night

Oct 26 - Oct 27

$401 → $154

62%

7 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 23

$395 → $151

62%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Recife

São Paulo - Recife route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to Recife are below the typical level, with deals from $115.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m

The median flight duration from São Paulo to Recife is 6h 20m, with 70.7% of flights being direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from São Paulo to Recife are frequent, with 13% of recent fares considered good.

🏆 Airline highlight

LATAM Chile offers direct flights

LATAM Chile is one airline offering direct flights on the São Paulo to Recife route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available up to 90 days out

Historically, good prices for São Paulo to Recife are available up to 90 days before departure.

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

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

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Recife

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from São Paulo to Recife is between 14 and 27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for tickets was around $171. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $595. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also typically results in higher prices, averaging $275.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from São Paulo to Recife is considered to be $193 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $266. Prices above $448 are typically in the more expensive range, representing the top 25% of 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 annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $266, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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São Paulo to Recife: Overview

Insights for flights from São Paulo to Recife

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Recife

Regular price: $221 - $415

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $221 and $415. The current lowest deal is $115 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Aug 9-Aug 14.

now $115

Low $221

High $415

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Recife

September

Cheapest

Flights from $165

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $545

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec