Journey information
Overview: São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE flight
Distance 1323 miles (2130 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€104) |
Flights per day 74 |
Direct flights 13 |
Fastest flight 3h 0m |
Cheapest month to travel July |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE start from as low as $128 (€104) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $478 (€386) depending on the train type and class.
The cheapest and fastest flights from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE
Cheapest price
$738
Average price
$1074
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Flights per day
78
Distance
2130 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE will cost around $1074 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $738.
Of the 78 flights that leave São Paulo, SP for Recife, PE onFri, Nov 14, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 14 the direct flights cover the 2130 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 14 the longest flights will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €94. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €94, and a flight costs an average of €104.
Distance: 1323 miles (2130 km)
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Live departures
São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE flight times
The table below shows live departures for São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE flights for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LA3257 · LA3392 | 7:25 PM Sao Paulo | 7h20 | 2:45 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31908 | 7:30 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h20 | 10:50 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G31904 · G32096 | 8:05 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 7h05 | 3:10 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31460 · G31746 | 8:05 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 6h35 | 2:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3529 · LA3392 | 8:40 PM Sao Paulo | 6h05 | 2:45 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31173 · G31746 | 8:55 PM Sao Paulo Viracopos | 5h45 | 2:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G32086 · G32096 | 9:00 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 6h10 | 3:10 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31446 · G31746 | 9:05 PM Sao Paulo | 5h35 | 2:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3376 | 9:15 PM Sao Paulo | 3h05 | 12:20 AM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G31456 · G31746 | 9:30 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 5h10 | 2:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31574 · G32082 | 9:55 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 6h25 | 4:20 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31924 · G32096 | 10:00 PM Sao Paulo | 5h10 | 3:10 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31612 | 10:20 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h25 | 1:45 AM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3018 · LA3402 | 11:20 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 14h00 | 1:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3378 | 11:25 PM Sao Paulo | 3h05 | 2:30 AM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G32150 · G32082 | 11:25 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 4h55 | 4:20 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31640 · G32082 | 11:35 PM Sao Paulo | 4h45 | 4:20 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3414 | 11:40 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h05 | 2:45 AM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 14 | |||||
LA3259 · LA3402 | 12:10 AM Sao Paulo | 13h10 | 1:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA4546 · LA3402 | 12:20 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 13h00 | 1:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31925 · G31946 | 12:35 AM Sao Paulo | 12h05 | 12:40 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3868 · LA3895 · LA3402 | 12:45 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 12h35 | 1:20 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3100 · LA3754 · LA3402 | 12:50 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 12h30 | 1:20 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
G31960 | 12:55 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h10 | 4:05 AM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3294 · LA3509 · LA3491 | 1:30 AM Sao Paulo | 16h55 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA4726 · LA3495 · LA3402 | 1:35 AM Sao Paulo | 11h45 | 1:20 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3382 | 2:00 AM Sao Paulo | 3h05 | 5:05 AM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3656 · LA3402 | 2:05 AM Sao Paulo | 11h15 | 1:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3656 · LA3730 · LA3491 | 2:05 AM Sao Paulo | 16h20 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA4545 · LA3749 · LA3392 | 2:30 AM Sao Paulo | 24h15 | 2:45 AM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA4674 · LA3777 · LA3392 | 2:30 AM Sao Paulo | 24h15 | 2:45 AM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA4674 · LA3777 · LA3498 | 2:30 AM Sao Paulo | 20h45 | 11:15 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA4545 · LA3749 · LA3498 | 2:30 AM Sao Paulo | 20h45 | 11:15 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA4545 · LA4510 · LA3491 | 2:30 AM Sao Paulo | 15h55 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA4674 · LA3486 · LA3491 | 2:30 AM Sao Paulo | 15h55 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3352 · LA3516 · LA3491 | 2:55 AM Sao Paulo | 15h30 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3352 · LA3027 · LA3498 | 2:55 AM Sao Paulo | 20h20 | 11:15 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3352 · LA3791 · LA3498 | 2:55 AM Sao Paulo | 20h20 | 11:15 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3134 · LA3895 · LA3402 | 3:10 AM Sao Paulo | 10h10 | 1:20 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
G32044 · G32018 | 8:50 AM Sao Paulo | 9h55 | 6:45 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G32044 · G32066 | 8:50 AM Sao Paulo | 5h50 | 2:40 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31492 · G31772 | 8:55 AM Sao Paulo | 5h50 | 2:45 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31402 · G31772 | 9:00 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 5h45 | 2:45 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31660 · G32018 | 9:15 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 9h30 | 6:45 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31660 · G32066 | 9:15 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 5h25 | 2:40 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3467 · LA3491 | 9:20 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 9h05 | 6:25 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31430 · G31772 | 9:30 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 5h15 | 2:45 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31614 | 10:00 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h15 | 1:15 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G31160 · G31932 | 10:00 AM Sao Paulo | 9h20 | 7:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3374 | 10:35 AM Sao Paulo | 3h05 | 1:40 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3020 · LA3491 | 10:45 AM Sao Paulo | 7h40 | 6:25 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3010 · LA3730 · LA3491 | 10:50 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 7h35 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3842 · LA3492 · LA3491 | 11:05 AM Sao Paulo | 7h20 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3170 | 11:15 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h05 | 2:20 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3342 · LA3516 · LA3491 | 11:30 AM Sao Paulo | 6h55 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
LA3849 · LA3486 · LA3491 | 11:35 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 6h50 | 6:25 PM Recife | 2 transfers | |
G31566 · G31932 | 11:45 AM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 7h35 | 7:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31694 · G31932 | 12:00 PM Sao Paulo | 7h20 | 7:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31878 | 12:00 PM Sao Paulo | 3h15 | 3:15 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G31922 · G32018 | 12:00 PM Sao Paulo | 6h45 | 6:45 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3380 | 12:35 PM Sao Paulo | 3h05 | 3:40 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3263 · LA3498 | 12:40 PM Sao Paulo | 10h35 | 11:15 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31971 · G32018 | 12:50 PM Sao Paulo Viracopos | 5h55 | 6:45 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31971 · G32080 | 12:50 PM Sao Paulo Viracopos | 11h50 | 12:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3006 · LA3498 | 12:55 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 10h20 | 11:15 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3008 · LA3392 | 1:45 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 13h00 | 2:45 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3008 · LA3498 | 1:45 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 9h30 | 11:15 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3684 | 2:20 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h10 | 5:30 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G31656 · G32080 | 2:20 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 10h20 | 12:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31921 · G31932 | 2:25 PM Sao Paulo Viracopos | 4h55 | 7:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31568 · G31932 | 2:40 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 4h40 | 7:20 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA4700 · LA3498 | 3:15 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 8h00 | 11:15 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA4700 · LA3392 | 3:15 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 11h30 | 2:45 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3265 · LA3498 | 3:25 PM Sao Paulo | 7h50 | 11:15 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3265 · LA3392 | 3:25 PM Sao Paulo | 11h20 | 2:45 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3676 | 3:30 PM Sao Paulo | 3h05 | 6:35 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3108 · LA3498 | 3:55 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 7h20 | 11:15 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3108 · LA3392 | 3:55 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 10h50 | 2:45 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31906 | 4:35 PM Sao Paulo | 3h10 | 7:45 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G31070 · G32080 | 5:00 PM Sao Paulo | 7h40 | 12:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31070 · G32096 | 5:00 PM Sao Paulo | 10h10 | 3:10 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31484 · G31746 | 5:05 PM Sao Paulo | 9h35 | 2:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3976 | 5:25 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h10 | 8:35 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
G31624 · G32080 | 5:30 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 7h10 | 12:40 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
G31526 | 5:55 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 3h20 | 9:15 PM Recife | 0 transfersDirect | |
LA3581 · LA3498 | 6:00 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 5h15 | 11:15 PM Recife | 1 transfer | |
LA3581 · LA3392 | 6:00 PM Sao Paulo Congonhas | 8h45 | 2:45 AM Recife | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Recife, PE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE generally leave from Sao Paulo and arrive in Recife.
Sao Paulo is 25.4 km away from São Paulo, SP city centre and Recife is 10.9 km from Recife, PE city centre.
- Carnaval de Recife, a vibrant festival filled with music, dance, and parades that celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the city
- Festival de Inverno de Garanhuns, a winter festival featuring diverse musical performances and cultural activities in the beautiful mountain town nearby
- Festa de São João, a lively celebration with traditional food, music, and bonfires honoring Saint John throughout June.
- Carnival, vibrant street parties and cultural festivities showcasing local traditions
- Easter, beautiful weather and religious processions that attract visitors
- Independence Day, patriotic celebrations with parades and fireworks illuminating the city.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from São Paulo, SP to Recife, PE
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local brands.
- Parking available, varies by location, approximately 3.6€ (BRL 20) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminals, including Brazilian and intertiol cuisine
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as Fast Sleep Guarulhos and Pullman São Paulo.
- Showers available in some lounges, fee may apply.
- Several lounges, including VIP lounges in terminal 3.
- Lost and Found located in terminal 3.
- Car rental services available, including major companies like Hertz and Avis
- Bus line 257, Tatuapé Station, 25 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops include duty-free and local brands, mainly located in the departure area.
- Parking available in the short-term lot, approximately 2.8€ ($3) per hour.
- Several restaurants are available, including fast food and Brazilian cuisine, mainly located in the food court.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels are not within the airport, but several within a short drive, such as the Ibis and Mercure hotels.
- Lounges available, including the VIP Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal.
- Car rental services are available from major providers like Hertz and Localiza.
- Bus line 609J-10, Congonhas Airport stop, 8 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local crafts, mainly in the departures area.
- Parking available, short-term parking around 0.95€ ($1) per hour.
- Several restaurants available, including fast food and local cuisine, mainly in the departures area.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as Ibis Recife Aeroporto, within walking distance.
- Showers available in some lounges.
- Lounges available, including VIP lounges with amenities.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal.
- Car rental services available from major providers in the arrivals area.
- Metro Line 2, Aeroporto Station, 12 km
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