São Paulo to Petrolina (GRU–PNZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GRU–PNZ is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. LATAM Chile and Sky Express lead the route. The flight covers 1,047 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA LATAM Chile Also: AR, QR | 14 | 320, 321 | 2h35 | – | – | AR, QR |
| G3 Sky Express Also: AR, AV, CM, ET, TP | 7 | 738, 7M8 | 2h40 | – | – | AR, AV, CM, ET, TP |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Petrolina from São Paulo
| Metric | GRU→PNZ | VCP→PNZ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GRU | – | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 68 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · PNZ: -03
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 6:00 PM in Petrolina.
CPTM Line 13-Jade commuter train runs from Luz station (central São Paulo) to the airport terminal in 33 minutes (R$4.40 integrated fare with metro). Trains run every 30 minutes from around 5am to midnight. This route is significantly cheaper than driving, as the Dutra highway (BR-116) suffers chronic congestion.Taxis from Paulista Avenue or Consolação cost R$90–150 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic. Ride-hails (99 or Uber) are widely used and typically R$70–120. Executive bus services (Guarucoop, Lira) run from Tietê terminal and Paulista (R$52–62). Traffic on the Dutra highway peaks heavily in afternoon and evening hours.
GRU–PNZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to PNZ
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) are connected by nonstop service from LATAM Chile and Sky Express. With 68 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GRU to PNZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to PNZ is about 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,047 miles (1,686 km). There are approximately 68 weekly flights outbound and 109 return, totaling 177 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães and Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Campinas (VCP).