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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 70.7% of flights from São Paulo to Recife have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that a significant majority of available options for this route are direct, offering a more convenient travel experience.

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

The typical direct flight from São Paulo to Recife covers a distance of 2100 kilometers and takes approximately 3 hours and 0 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 8 hours and 25 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of non-stop options for this route.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from São Paulo to Recife have been observed with frequent regularity. This route is classified as one with frequent deals, indicating that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable fares. The consistent availability of good prices makes this a popular route for budget-conscious travelers.

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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 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 largely reflects direct travel.

When looking for cheap flights from São Paulo to Recife, prices right now are near the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $193–$448, with a median of $266. Approximately 13% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Recife is often in September, with a median fare of $165. Other affordable months include November, where the median fare is $174, and May, with a median fare of $187. Planning your trip during these months can result in more favorable pricing.

For flights from São Paulo to Recife, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights accounting for 70.7% of recent fares. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is one. This high percentage of direct options provides travelers with convenient and efficient travel choices.

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to Recife

Regular price: $216 - $511

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

The regular price range for this route is between 216 USD and 511 USD. The current lowest deal is 149 USD with LATAM Chile, for travel from Feb 24 to Mar 11.

now $149

Low $216

High $511

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to Recife

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Recife is September, with a median price of $165. The most expensive month 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

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$348

$201

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$363

$190

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$376

$200

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$285

$180

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$274

$180

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$347

$180

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

$405 → $195

52%

6 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 31

$388 → $181

53%

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

$401 → $199

50%

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

$389 → $200

49%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Recife

São Paulo - Recife route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to Recife are near the typical level, with 13% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

September, November, and May offer the lowest median prices

Historically, September ($165), November ($174), and May ($187) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights typically take 6h 20m

Direct flights to Recife typically take 6h 20m, covering a distance of 2100 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

70.7% of recent flights are direct

70.7% of recent flights from São Paulo to Recife are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

A deal for $149 is available via kiwi

A deal for $149 from São Paulo Viracopos International to Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International is available via kiwi.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

Viracopos International (VCP)

Cheapest

Viracopos International offers the cheapest flights from São Paulo to Recife, starting from $160.

📍 ~79 km from São Paulo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$160

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 Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$150

Airports nearby Recife used as alternative

Presidente Castro Pinto International (JPA)

Presidente Castro Pinto International is a viable alternative to Recife due to its proximity and road links.

📍 ~100 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$166

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Sep 26

Recife, Brazil

92% AI deal score

$1,159

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Recife, Brazil

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Sep 29

Recife, Brazil

91% AI deal score

$1,039

$268

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Recife, Brazil

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Sep 29

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

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

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from São Paulo to Recife is considered to be $193 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route historically stands at $266, while prices at the 75th percentile can reach up to $448.

Historically, September, November, and May have offered the most favorable prices for flights from São Paulo to Recife. September typically sees a median price of $165, while November is close behind with a median of $174. May also presents a good option with a median price of $187. These months are generally more affordable than the annual median price of $266 for this route.

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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: $216 - $511

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

The regular price range for this route is between 216 USD and 511 USD. The current lowest deal is 149 USD with LATAM Chile, for travel from Feb 24 to Mar 11.

now $149

Low $216

High $511

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

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

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$348

$201

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$363

$190

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$376

$200

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$285

$180

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$274

$180

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

$347

$180

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 18

$405 → $195

52%

6 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 31

$388 → $181

53%

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

$401 → $199

50%

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

$389 → $200

49%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to Recife

São Paulo - Recife route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to Recife are near the typical level, with 13% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

September, November, and May offer the lowest median prices

Historically, September ($165), November ($174), and May ($187) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights typically take 6h 20m

Direct flights to Recife typically take 6h 20m, covering a distance of 2100 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

70.7% of recent flights are direct

70.7% of recent flights from São Paulo to Recife are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

A deal for $149 is available via kiwi

A deal for $149 from São Paulo Viracopos International to Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International is available via kiwi.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

Viracopos International (VCP)

Cheapest

Viracopos International offers the cheapest flights from São Paulo to Recife, starting from $160.

📍 ~79 km from São Paulo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$160

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 Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$150

Airports nearby Recife used as alternative

Presidente Castro Pinto International (JPA)

Presidente Castro Pinto International is a viable alternative to Recife due to its proximity and road links.

Recife, Brazil

91% AI deal score

$1,082

$277

Save $805

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

Cheap Flights from São Paulo to Recife

Today’s best flight deals from São Paulo to Recife

São Paulo to Recife: Overview

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 near the typical level

September, November, and May offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights typically take 6h 20m

70.7% of recent flights are direct

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights

A deal for $149 is available via kiwi

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

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Sep 29

Sep 30

Sep 29

Sep 26

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Sep 29

Sep 30

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

When should I buy São Paulo to Recife tickets?

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?

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from São Paulo

Flights to Recife from other cities

São Paulo to Recife: Overview

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 near the typical level

September, November, and May offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights typically take 6h 20m

70.7% of recent flights are direct

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights

A deal for $149 is available via kiwi

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

Oct 04

Sep 29

Sep 30

Sep 29

Sep 26

Sep 26

Sep 29

Sep 30

Sep 29

Sep 30

Oct 03

Sep 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

When should I buy São Paulo to Recife tickets?

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?