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Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fernando de Noronha

There are no direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fernando de Noronha. 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
RIOFENREC

Rio de Janeiro to Fernando de Noronha at a glance

Fastest journey5h 30mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Recife or Sao Paulo

Best ways to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Fernando de Noronha

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
RIO Recife (REC) FEN
Leg 1: Azul Brazilian Airlines, GOL, LATAM Brasil · Leg 2: Azul Brazilian Airlines, GOL
One airline, one ticket ~5h 30m
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RIO Sao Paulo (GRU) FEN
Leg 1: GOL, LATAM Brasil, Azul Brazilian Airlines · Leg 2: GOL, LATAM Brasil
One airline, one ticket ~6h 14m
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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
+1hFernando de Noronha vs Rio de Janeiro
Currency in Fernando de Noronha
BRL
Airports
GIG, SDU → FEN

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fernando de Noronha: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Fernando de Noronha?
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 Rio de Janeiro to Fernando de Noronha?
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 Rio de Janeiro and Fernando de Noronha?
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 Rio de Janeiro and Fernando de Noronha?
Rio de Janeiro: Rio de Janeiro Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Fernando de Noronha: Fernando de Noronha Airport (FEN).
What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Fernando de Noronha?
Fernando de Noronha is 1 hour ahead of Rio de Janeiro.

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