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Flights from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro
There are no direct flights from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro. The easiest way is one stop via Recife or Sao Paulo, about 5h 30m door to door.
No direct flights · 2 connection options From 5h 30m
Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro at a glance
Fastest journey5h 30mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Recife or Sao Paulo
Best ways to fly from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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FEN Recife (REC) RIO
Leg 1: Azul Brazilian Airlines, GOL · Leg 2: Azul Brazilian Airlines, GOL, LATAM Brasil
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FEN Sao Paulo (GRU) RIO
Leg 1: GOL, LATAM Brasil · Leg 2: GOL, LATAM Brasil, Azul Brazilian Airlines
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 2,414 km1,499 miles
- Journey time
- 5h 30mestimate
- Time difference
- -1hRio de Janeiro vs Fernando de Noronha
- Currency in Rio de Janeiro
- BRL
- Airports
- FEN → GIG, SDU
Flights from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Recife and Sao Paulo. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 5h 30m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 2,414 km.
Where do you change planes between Fernando de Noronha and Rio de Janeiro?
The best connecting points are Recife (REC) and Sao Paulo (GRU). Azul Brazilian Airlines flies both legs via Recife, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Fernando de Noronha and Rio de Janeiro?
Fernando de Noronha: Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN). Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
What is the time difference between Fernando de Noronha and Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is 1 hour behind Fernando de Noronha.

