Private charter between Sao Paulo and Recife starts at US$29,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Sao Paulo (GRU) to Recife (REC) and Recife to Sao Paulo — timed and priced alike.
Sao Paulo and Recife lie approximately 2,100 km apart (1,305 mi / 1,134 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$29,000 – US$80,000 for a one-way charter between Sao Paulo and Recife, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (BRL) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 02m | 2h 44m – 3h 20m | R$210,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 49m | 2h 32m – 3h 06m | R$290,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (BRL) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 02m | R$210,000 – R$300,000 (~US$42,000 – US$59,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 00m | R$230,000 – R$330,000 (~US$46,000 – US$65,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 52m | R$260,000 – R$360,000 (~US$50,500 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (BRL) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 49m | R$290,000 – R$410,000 (~US$57,000 – US$80,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 49m | R$320,000 – R$450,000 (~US$62,500 – US$88,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 52m | R$350,000 – R$490,000 (~US$68,500 – US$96,000) | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
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 Recife 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
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.
Recife, Brazil: Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport and Itapessoca Airport.
| São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport | Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SBGR / GRU | SBRF / REC |
| Longest hard runway | 12,139 ft | 9,865 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 2,461 ft | 33 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,665 ft spare |
2,180 km 445 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,965 ft spare |
2,410 km 215 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,365 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,075 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,587 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,025 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,665 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,275 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,289 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,975 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 4,935 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,301 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,965 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,775 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,173 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,595 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,425 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,775 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,565 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,175 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,075 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,775 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,865 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,635 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,065 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,487 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,865 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,335 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,065 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,320 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) · Itapessoca Airport (5,906 ft, 53 km) · Coroa do Avião Airport (4,326 ft, 32 km) · José Múcio Monteiro Airport (2,625 ft, 68 km) · Heliforte Heliport
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 7-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Demand on Sao Paulo–Recife 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$29,000 – US$80,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 02m gate to gate over 2,100 km (1,305 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–Recife departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Recife to Sao Paulo runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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