Direct (nonstop) flights from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo

3 airlines fly nonstop from Cataratas International (IGU) to Congonhas (CGH). It's 511 miles (822 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Azul, Gol, LATAM Airlines.

IGU
Cataratas International
🇧🇷 Iguassu Falls, Brazil
CGH
Congonhas
🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
511 mi
822 km
CO₂/pax
95 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Azul +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Azul Azul Gol Gol LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azul AD Azul
Route
IGU → CGH
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
511 mi
Gol G3 Gol
Route
IGU → CGH
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
511 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
IGU → CGH
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
511 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo with one stop · direct emits 95 kg CO₂ per passenger

IGU CWB (Curitiba) CGH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (332 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (205 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IGU → CWB
1h 10m · 332 mi
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Leg 2
CWB → CGH
1h 5m · 205 mi
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IGU GIG (Rio De Janeiro) CGH
Leg 1: 2h (734 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IGU → GIG
2h · 734 mi
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Leg 2
GIG → CGH
1h 15m · 224 mi
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IGU CNF (Belo Horizonte) CGH
Leg 1: 2h (787 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (324 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+143% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IGU → CNF
2h · 787 mi
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Leg 2
CNF → CGH
1h 20m · 324 mi
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IGU BSB (Brasilia) CGH
Leg 1: 2h (792 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (539 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+186% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IGU → BSB
2h · 792 mi
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Leg 2
BSB → CGH
1h 45m · 539 mi
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IGU FOR (Fortaleza) CGH
Leg 1: 4h (1,836 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,468 mi) Total: ~7h 40m 🍃 583 kg CO₂ (+514% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IGU → FOR
4h · 1,836 mi
View IGU to FOR flights →
Leg 2
FOR → CGH
3h 40m · 1,468 mi
View FOR to CGH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo?

A nonstop flight from Iguassu Falls (IGU) to Sao Paulo (CGH) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 511 miles (822 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo?

3 airlines: Azul, Gol, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo?

Yes. 3 airlines: Azul, Gol, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Iguassu Falls from Sao Paulo?

The flight distance from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo is 511 miles (822 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo?

Roughly 95 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 475 km.

Is the return flight from Sao Paulo to Iguassu Falls also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Iguassu Falls to Sao Paulo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cataratas International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.