Recife to Sao Paulo flights
Direct and connecting flights from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Recife to Sao Paulo take?
Flight time from Recife (REC) to Sao Paulo (GRU) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Recife to Sao Paulo?
Airline availability for REC to GRU changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Recife to Sao Paulo?
Direct (nonstop) availability on REC to GRU varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- TAM Brazilian Airlines5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- Gol Transportes Aéreos5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- Azul5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| TAM Brazilian Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Gol Transportes Aéreos | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Azul | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning REC → GRU
REC to GRU is a medium-haul route of 2,100 km (1,305 mi). See the return GRU → REC route.
Alternative airports near Recife: Joao Pessoa (JPA) — 109 km.
Alternative airports near Sao Paulo: Sao Paulo (CGH) — 29 km, Braganca Paulista (BJP) — 51 km, Santos (SSZ) — 58 km.