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Recife.Rs19,987 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Viracopos on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,987, select.

Recife.Rs20,192 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Congonhas on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs20,192, select.

Recife.Rs20,645 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs20,645, select.

Recife.Rs21,708 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,708, select.

Recife.Rs22,688 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,688, select.

Recife.Rs23,833 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,833, select.

Recife.Rs23,833 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,833, select.

Recife.Rs23,833 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Sao Paulo Guarulhos on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,833, select.

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Direct flights from Sao Paulo to Recife

Sao Paulo to Recife: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sao Paulo to Recife below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Recife.

Sao Paulo to Recife: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs19,987
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	3 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Azul Airlines
Average flights per week	1,680

Finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Recife: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Sao Paulo to Recife?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sao Paulo to Recife is Rs39,262. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

3 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Sao Paulo to Recife.

Which airlines fly direct from Sao Paulo to Recife?

Azul Airlines, TAP Air Portugal and Delta fly direct from Sao Paulo to Recife.

How many flights are there a week from Sao Paulo to Recife?

As of August 2025, there are 1,680 flights per week flying from Sao Paulo to Recife.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sao Paulo to Recife?

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to Recife is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Recife Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sao Paulo to Recife Airport on Tuesday, 2 June 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Recife Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 7 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Recife?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Recife but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Recife?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Recife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sao Paulo to Recife with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Recife is Azul Airlines .

Flying from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): What you need to know

Start planning your holiday by checking out the most convenient place to catch your flight from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC). Explore your options for taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH), the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight.
Recife's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Sao Paulo. Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located in Recife.
With 102 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) is the most popular route. Gol operates the earliest flight at 2am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from GRU to REC is with Gol at 11:45pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to REC.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) depart from this terminal.
At GRU, you'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, such as:
Most travellers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines between GRU and REC.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Gol.
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive on time at their destination.

Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)

Consider flying out of Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH). You can book a direct Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) flight ticket from this popular hub.
When jetting off from CGH, you can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Sao Paulo to REC. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
Azul is the most popular choice for travellers flying from CGH to REC.
Azul is rated the most punctual carrier operating flights between Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport and Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
CGH is around 10 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to REC flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.

Viracopos Airport (VCP)

Get straight to the good part and take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport leaving from Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Set off from VCP with Azul. This well-known airline offers direct Sao Paulo to REC flight tickets.
Azul is the airline most travellers choose for flights from VCP to REC.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Azul. Its services land without delay 79.24% of the time.
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Viracopos Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that take off from VCP reach their destination within the expected time frame 75.02% of the time.

About Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near REC:
Travel at your own pace with a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and find adventure across Recife and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight.

Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife

The centre of Recife is about 8 kilometres from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Right now, Rs19,987 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs39,262. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Sao Paulo to REC.
June is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on flight tickets from Sao Paulo to REC.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC). June is when most people visit Recife. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to REC flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in August when temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC.

More about Recife

Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Recife:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea are essential stops on your Recife itinerary.

Explore more of Brazil

Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Recife. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Ponta Verde, Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara.
Natal is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north of Recife. No trip is complete without dropping by Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.