São Paulo to Angra dos Reis by air taxi: door-to-door times, departure points and weekend planning
Between São Paulo and Angra dos Reis there are two ways to fly: by helicopter, about 1h10 from a helipad in São Paulo straight to a resort, marina or island; or by turboprop (King Air or Grand Caravan), about 50 to 55 minutes to Angra airport (SDAG), with a short helicopter, car or boat leg to finish. By road, the same trip takes about 5 to 6 hours, more on holidays (approx.). Below: where to depart from in São Paulo, door-to-door times compared, how to plan a weekend and how the price is set.
Where to depart from in São Paulo
| Departure point | Aircraft | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Campo de Marte (North Zone) | helicopters and turboprops | the most used base for both; close to the centre and the Marginal Tietê |
| Helipads in the Faria Lima and Berrini areas | helicopters | departure from the office building itself, subject to the helipad’s authorisation |
| Congonhas (CGH) | turboprops | central South Zone location; a slot must be booked |
| Guarulhos (GRU) | turboprops | useful for connections with international flights |
| Catarina Executive Airport (São Roque) | turboprops and jets | west of the city, about 60 km from central São Paulo |
Angra airport has a runway of about 950 m and visual approaches only, so the plane lands in daylight; helicopters land directly at certified helipads in the bay.
Door to door: helicopter, plane or car (approx.)
| Option | Time in the air | Door to door |
|---|---|---|
| Helicopter from a São Paulo helipad to the resort or island helipad | about 1h10 | about 1h30 |
| King Air from Campo de Marte or Congonhas to Angra airport, then a short leg to the destination | about 50 to 55 min | about 1h45 to 2h15 |
| Car on the Rio–Santos (BR-101) or via the Dutra | — | about 5 to 6 hours, more on holidays |
The helicopter wins when the destination has a helipad; the plane suits larger groups, more luggage or a final stretch by boat.
Connections once in Angra (approx.)
- Ilha Grande: about 10 minutes by helicopter.
- Paraty: about 15 minutes.
- Ubatuba: about 25 to 30 minutes.
- Rio de Janeiro: about 35 to 40 minutes.
- Búzios: about 1h10 to 1h20.
Planning a weekend in Angra
- Angra airport is visual-only: schedule a Friday arrival in daylight — in winter, the sun sets around 5.30 pm.
- Clouds over the Serra do Mar can delay departures; the crew may take the coastal route via Ubatuba or Rio.
- On a round trip, the aircraft either waits in Angra (waiting fees) or flies back empty and returns on Sunday (positioning); the quote compares both.
- Sunday afternoon is the busiest slot for the return: book it together with the outbound flight.
- Give passengers’ weights and the amount of luggage when booking: they decide the aircraft.
Which aircraft for the route
| Aircraft | Passengers | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Robinson R44 | up to 3 | couples and light luggage, at the lowest helicopter cost |
| Bell 206 JetRanger | up to 4 | short hops within the bay |
| Esquilo AS350 B2 | up to 5 | São Paulo–Angra by helicopter, good value |
| Bell 429 | up to 6 | twin-engine comfort and instrument flight |
| King Air C90 | up to 6 | São Paulo and Rio to Angra airport |
| King Air B200 | up to 8 | faster, with more luggage |
| Grand Caravan | up to 9 | groups, at a lower cost per seat but slower |
How the price is set
The price depends on the aircraft and the total flight time, including positioning from the nearest base (São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro or Búzios), waiting time on the ground, airport fees and the season. As a reference, an R44 starts at about R$ 5,000 per flight hour and an Esquilo costs about R$ 7,000 to 9,500 per hour; turboprops are quoted per mission (approx.).
Frequently asked questions: São Paulo–Angra dos Reis air taxi
How long is the flight from São Paulo to Angra dos Reis?
About 1h10 by helicopter and about 50 to 55 minutes by King Air to Angra airport; by road, about 5 to 6 hours (approx.).
Are there airline flights to Angra?
There are no year-round routes; Azul Conecta has announced seasonal flights for New Year 2026/27 and Carnival 2027. An air taxi remains the way to choose your own time.
Can I fly straight to an island or resort?
Yes, by helicopter, to certified helipads at resorts, marinas and islands, including Ilha Grande, about 10 minutes from Angra.
Can the plane land at night in Angra?
No. The airport has visual approaches only, so landings are made in daylight and with good visibility.
How many people fit?
From 3 in an R44 to 9 in a Grand Caravan; the Esquilo takes 5 and the King Air B200 up to 8.
Is the aircraft exclusive?
Yes. The aircraft is reserved for your group only, with no other passengers.
How far ahead should I book?
For holiday weekends and the summer, as early as possible; at other times, 24 to 48 hours usually gives a good choice of aircraft.
See also: Helicopter to Angra dos Reis and the Costa Verde · Plane and helicopter air taxi to Angra dos Reis · Helicopter to Fasano Angra dos Reis · Air taxi in São Paulo
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