About Azul
Azul is Brazil's third-largest airline and one of the country's most interesting low-cost carriers — emphasis on interesting. It doesn't just fly the obvious routes between São Paulo and Rio. With 544 non-stop routes across 137 airports, Azul has quietly built one of the most far-reaching domestic networks in the Americas. Its main hub is Campinas (VCP), which handles 67 routes alone. That's not a typo. If you're trying to get somewhere in Brazil that bigger carriers ignore, Azul's probably already there.
Why fly Azul?
Honestly? The route map is the headline reason. Azul connects cities that other airlines simply don't bother with — 526 of its routes are within Brazil, so if you're doing any serious domestic travel, you'll almost certainly cross paths with this airline. The Campinas hub (VCP) is genuinely useful if you're staying outside central São Paulo, and Belo Horizonte (CNF) with 61 routes gives you solid options in the southeast without the chaos of bigger airports. Beyond Brazil, Azul reaches the US, Argentina, Uruguay, and Portugal — including its longest route, VCP to Madrid at 8,376 km. That's a proper transatlantic haul for a carrier people still underestimate.
Azul hub airports
- VCP Campinas — 67 Azul routes from Brazil
- CNF Belo Horizonte — 61 Azul routes from Brazil
- REC Recife — 36 Azul routes from Brazil
- MAO Manaus — 19 Azul routes from Brazil
- BEL Belem — 18 Azul routes from Brazil
Top destination countries on Azul
- Brazil — 526 Azul routes
- USA — 5 Azul routes
- Argentina — 4 Azul routes
- Uruguay — 3 Azul routes
- Portugal — 3 Azul routes
- Spain — 2 Azul routes
- Curaçao — 1 Azul routes
Tips for booking Azul
Book directly through Azul's site — third-party platforms sometimes miss their better fare classes. VCP is your friend if you're routing through São Paulo; it's calmer than Guarulhos and Azul owns the terminal. Check your baggage allowance carefully — it varies by fare tier and catches first-timers out. If you're connecting to a smaller Brazilian city, build in extra time; regional legs can run on tighter schedules. And if you're flying VCP-MAD, know that it's a long overnight — worth checking what's included in your ticket before assuming.
Frequently asked questions about Azul
Where does Azul fly?
Azul operates 544 routes primarily throughout Brazil, with major service to the USA and Argentina. The airline connects major cities across South America and extends to North American destinations.
What is Azul's main hub airport?
Azul's primary hub is Campinas International Airport (VCP), located in São Paulo state, Brazil. This hub serves as the airline's main connecting point for domestic and international flights.
What type of airline is Azul?
Azul operates as a low-cost carrier with a broad network spanning domestic and international routes. The airline offers competitive fares while maintaining service to both major cities and secondary destinations.
When should I book flights with Azul?
Booking 4-6 weeks in advance typically offers the best fares on Azul flights. Prices tend to increase closer to departure, so early planning helps secure lower ticket prices.
What are Azul's baggage and check-in policies?
Baggage allowances vary by fare type, with basic fares typically including a personal item and checked baggage fees applied separately. Check-in opens 24 hours before departure, with online check-in available through Azul's website or mobile app.