Travelling from Recife International Airport (REC) to Sao Paulo: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 5 minutes.
Recife (the location of Recife International Airport) and Sao Paulo share the same timezone — UTC-3.
Recife International Airport (REC) to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) is the most popular route, with 102 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from REC to GRU is with Gol at 22:55. Choose the first departure with Azul at 02:45 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to get on your REC to Sao Paulo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Begin your trip at REC and fly straight to Sao Paulo without any layovers. When booking a direct Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket, these are your landing options:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo. Get up and away with one of these:
REC is around 8 kilometres from central Recife. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to REC:
Recife International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart REC land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Recife International Airport (REC) to Sao Paulo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo flight is 73 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 122 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from REC to Sao Paulo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo ticket.
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Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to central Sao Paulo takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GRU:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from REC to Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
Central Sao Paulo is around 10 kilometres from Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH). After your flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 50 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near CGH. Kick back and get cosy after your REC to Sao Paulo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Score the best price by securing your ride from CGH three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
Step off your flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo and make your way to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Sao Paulo is around 97 kilometres from Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take around 2 hours 20 minutes if you use public transport.
Find a hotel near VCP and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late REC to Sao Paulo flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo is the ideal time to book your ride from VCP. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Sao Paulo
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo. July is the busiest month for a trip to Sao Paulo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
When booking your Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Sao Paulo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from REC to Sao Paulo in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Sao Paulo
Once you've booked your flight from Recife International Airport to Sao Paulo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sao Paulo:
Avenida Paulista and Ibirapuera Park are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Sao Paulo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Sao Paulo, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey around 499 kilometres northeast to Belo Horizonte to check off its leading attractions. From Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha to Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Sao Paulo, Curitiba is another essential stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Oscar Niemeyer Museum, Eco Park and Jardim Botanico de Curitiba.