Flying from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Choose from seven weekly Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport flights. The 22:40 departure with Azul is the earliest you can take. Azul operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.
To ensure you catch your VCP to PNZ flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Azul offers direct flights from Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Petrolina — and maybe even more of Brazil if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Azul.
With 75.61% of services landing on schedule, Azul is the most punctual carrier offering VCP to PNZ flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)
Right now, £81 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £163. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from VCP to PNZ, reserve your trip ten months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Viracopos Airport (VCP)
75.02% of flights that depart Viracopos Airport reach their destination on time.
Viracopos Airport is about 60 miles from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to VCP? If you've booked an early flight from Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)
If you're arriving on a late Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PNZ:
Grab a Petrolina International Airport rental car and explore Petrolina and beyond with your own wheels. Movida, Localiza and National are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Petrolina International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Petrolina International Airport (PNZ) to central Petrolina
From Petrolina International Airport, Petrolina is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Petrolina International Airport (PNZ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Petrolina. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Viracopos Airport to Petrolina International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Petrolina, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VCP to PNZ in August. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Petrolina, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Travel around 290 miles south-east to Salvador to tick off its popular sights. From Pelourinho to Mercado Modelo and Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Brazil, head for Aracaju, roughly 260 miles south-east of Petrolina. Atalaia Beach, Orla de Atalaia and Olimpio Campos Palace are key highlights.