Fly private between Sao Paulo and Ilheus from US$19,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Sao Paulo (GRU) to Ilheus (IOS) and Ilheus to Sao Paulo — timed and priced alike.
Sao Paulo and Ilheus lie approximately 1,236 km apart (768 mi / 667 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Sao Paulo–Ilheus spans US$19,500 – US$54,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (BRL) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 57m | 1h 45m – 2h 09m | R$140,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 49m | 1h 38m – 2h 00m | R$200,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (BRL) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 57m | R$140,000 – R$200,000 (~US$28,000 – US$39,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 51m | R$160,000 – R$220,000 (~US$31,000 – US$43,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (BRL) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 49m | R$200,000 – R$280,000 (~US$38,500 – US$54,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 49m | R$220,000 – R$300,000 (~US$42,500 – US$59,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 51m | R$230,000 – R$330,000 (~US$46,000 – US$65,000) | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Sao Paulo and Ilheus are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Sao Paulo, Brazil: São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport, Campo de Marte Airport, Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport and Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport.
Ilheus, Brazil: Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport and Una-Comandatuba Airport.
| São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport | Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SBGR / GRU | SBIL / IOS |
| Longest hard runway | 12,139 ft | 5,174 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 2,461 ft | 15 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,974 ft spare |
2,180 km 635 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,274 ft spare |
2,410 km 865 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,674 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,155 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,896 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,105 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 974 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,355 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 402 ft short |
4,600 km 3,055 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 244 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,381 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 274 ft spare |
6,400 km 4,855 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 482 ft spare |
7,220 km 5,675 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 266 ft short |
7,400 km 5,855 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 126 ft short |
7,800 km 6,255 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 384 ft spare |
7,400 km 5,855 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 826 ft short |
14,260 km 12,715 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 626 ft short |
11,112 km 9,567 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 826 ft short |
12,960 km 11,415 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 374 ft spare |
11,945 km 10,400 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Campo de Marte Airport (5,249 ft, 19 km) · Congonhas–Deputado Freitas Nobre Airport (6,365 ft, 29 km) · Professor Urbano Ernesto Stumpf Airport (8,780 ft, 66 km) · Santos Nero Moura Air Base / Guarujá Airport (4,560 ft, 58 km) · Una-Comandatuba Airport (6,234 ft, 60 km) · Tertuliano Guedes de Pinho Airport (4,993 ft, 28 km) · Fazenda Juerana Airport · Pedreira Heliport
Our team responds to Sao Paulo–Ilheus quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Choose your wheels-up time — Sao Paulo–Ilheus runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Demand on Sao Paulo–Ilheus comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$19,500 – US$54,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 57m gate to gate over 1,236 km (768 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Sao Paulo–Ilheus departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Sao Paulo–Ilheus charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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