Private jet charter in São Paulo, Brazil

A single-engine turbine helicopter costs between $1,400 and $1,740 per flight hour in 2025 and accommodates up to five passengers. Twin-engine turbine helicopters range from $2,790 to $4,400 per hour, with capacity for up to 12 passengers, depending on the model. The final price includes repositioning, FBO fees, commission, and other operational costs. To understand all factors influencing helicopter rental in São Paulo, check our updated guide.

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The most requested routes in São Paulo vary in price. A transfer from Faria Lima to Guarulhos starts at $2,200 per leg and lasts about 15 minutes, the same as the Congonhas-Guarulhos route. For leisure destinations like Ilhabela, the price is $3,200 for a 30-minute flight, while Ubatuba costs $3,500 and lasts 45 minutes. A transfer to Angra dos Reis starts at $5,200 with 1h15 flight time. For Campos do Jordão and Fazenda Boa Vista, the price starts at $3,200 and $2,200, respectively.

On the São Paulo-Rio de Janeiro route, a light jet costs between $8,000 and $11,000 per leg, with records in 2025 starting at $9,550 on CGH-SDU. For long-haul flights and large aircraft, prices exceed $60,000 per leg, easily reaching the millions on transatlantic operations. See our private jet charter guide for all cost factors.

São Paulo-Buenos Aires on a Citation CJ1 for five passengers: $22,800, approx. 2h55 flight. São Paulo-Miami on a Gulfstream G200 with 11 seats: $171,000, flight time 9h35. São Paulo-New York on a Challenger 300 for nine passengers: $210,000, approx. 10h58. São Paulo-Lisbon on a Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy: $208,000, 10h00 flight. São Paulo-Paris on a Gulfstream GVII 500 for 13 passengers: $410,000, 13h38 flight. For more examples, check our article on the cost of international jet charter.

A flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on an executive jet takes 45 to 55 minutes. In 2025, quotes ranged from $8,000 to $11,000 on light jets, with records starting at $9,550. The most economical option is a turboprop, costing $6,800 to $7,000 per leg, when available. It is also possible to charter a single-engine helicopter, with historical pricing from $7,300 per leg.

Air taxi services in São Paulo cover urban transfers and leisure routes. In 2025, a Congonhas-Guarulhos transfer starts at $2,200 and takes 15 minutes. Routes like São Paulo-Campos do Jordão or São Paulo-Fazenda Boa Vista start at $3,200 and $2,200, respectively. On the north coast, prices range from $2,760 to $5,400, depending on the destination.

We calculate the distance and apply the price per km of the category, respecting the operator's minimum distance. If the minimum is 1,000 km, shorter flights are charged at 1,000 km. Then we add FBO, airport fees, repositioning, extras, overnight and commission. The final price includes all these factors.

Frequent heliports among Flapper clients include: Blue Tree Faria Lima, WTC Sheraton Berrini, Parque Paulista, Helicidade, Helipark Carapicuíba, and Allta Helicentro Alphaville. Flapper operates in more than 200 approved heliports in Greater São Paulo and uses over 30 of them weekly.

Domestic jet flights primarily use Congonhas. Helicopters and some turboprops operate at Campo de Marte. For international flights and larger jets, operations take place at Guarulhos and São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport. For specific missions, Jundiaí and Amarais in Campinas are alternatives for cost and availability optimization.

São Paulo-Rio de Janeiro (CGH-SDU): 45 to 55 minutes. São Paulo-Florianópolis (CGH-FLN): 1h15 to 1h25. São Paulo-Curitiba (CGH-CWB): approx. 1h05. São Paulo-Porto Alegre (CGH-POA): 1h45 to 2h00. São Paulo-Trancoso, via Porto Seguro (CGH-BPS): 1h55 to 2h10. These updated 2025 times reflect the operational reality of business aviation.

The quote considers the per-kilometer cost of the chosen aircraft category, always respecting the minimum operational distance of each aircraft. Added to this are airport fees, FBO costs, repositioning, overnight, slot fees, extras, and commission. The final price is presented transparently and already includes all these factors, ensuring predictability for the client.

A single-engine helicopter transfer between São Paulo and Guarulhos typically starts at $2,200 per leg. The price may vary depending on the heliport of origin, schedule, and aircraft model. Flapper validates the slot and fees at Guarulhos, ensuring boarding at executive terminals or direct car-to-aircraft access when possible.

Currently, 23 companies are active in São Paulo State, and 22 of them are already approved and integrated into Flapper’s quotation flow. This integration speeds up aircraft availability and standardizes safety and maintenance criteria.

In 2025, cost-conscious clients should consider turboprops for routes such as São Paulo-Rio, choosing off-peak schedules, using alternative airports like Jundiaí and Amarais, consolidating round trips on the same day, and being flexible with heliport options. These practices reduce the final cost without compromising the executive experience.

The purchase price of a helicopter varies by model, year, and configuration. On average, a used single-engine helicopter costs a few million dollars, while large twin-engine and next-generation models easily surpass tens of millions. The decision involves not only the initial investment but also recurring expenses for maintenance, insurance, hangarage, and crew.