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 were non-stop. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers on this route can find direct options. For flights that do include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This suggests that connecting flights typically involve a single intermediate stop.

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

The typical direct flight from São Paulo to Recife takes approximately 3 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 2100 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 8 hours and 25 minutes. This difference highlights the time-saving benefit of choosing a non-stop option 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 frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent opportunities for finding favorable fares. Travelers planning to fly this route can typically expect to encounter good deals when searching for tickets. This trend has been observed across the trailing 30-day period.

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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: $215 - $623

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

Regular prices for flights from São Paulo to Recife typically range from $215 to $623. The current lowest deal is $150 with LATAM Chile, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 6.

now $150

Low $215

High $623

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

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Direct flights from São Paulo to Recife

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to Recife

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - Recife

São Paulo (GRU) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$297

$176

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$405

$178

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$372

$199

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$358

$200

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$352

$200

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CGH - Recife

São Paulo (CGH) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$405

$168

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 8

$423 → $241

43%

7 nights

Jan 29 - Feb 5

$484 → $343

29%

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$313 → $179

43%

6 nights

Jan 24 - Jan 30

$487 → $353

27%

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

Fly in September for the lowest prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $165, followed by November at $174.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 6h 20m

The median flight duration for this route is 6 hours 20 minutes, covering 2100 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Direct flights make up 70.7% of routes from São Paulo to Recife, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras is one airline providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Current deal: $150 on LATAM Chile

A recent deal for $150 was found on LATAM Chile via skyscanner for October 3-6.

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

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Recife

$303

Save $800

LATAM Chile

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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 be higher outside this period, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $595, and those booked 7-13 days in advance averaging $494. Even booking more than 60 days in advance typically results in a higher average price of $275.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from São Paulo to Recife was 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 was $266, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $448. Travelers aiming for value should target fares at or below the $193 mark.

Historically, September has been the most affordable month to fly from São Paulo to Recife, with a median price of $165. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $174. May has also shown to be a favorable month, with a median price of $187. These months are typically less expensive 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: $215 - $623

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

Regular prices for flights from São Paulo to Recife typically range from $215 to $623. The current lowest deal is $150 with LATAM Chile, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 6.

now $150

Low $215

High $623

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