EK261 Flight Status Emirates: Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo (UAE261)

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EK 261 Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo Flight Status

Not scheduled today (November 9th, 2026). Latest flight: October 21st, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

EK 261 Flight Status & Schedule Emirates Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo

Date From To Departure Arrival Status Details
Oct 21 GIG GRU 19:53 20:45 Landed Late Track >

Emirates flight EK 261 links Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, 337 km (209 mi) apart. The timetable allows 1 h 20 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 21 October 2026, landed 35 minutes late.

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About EK 261

Route
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport GIG to Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport GRU
Distance
337 km (209 mi)
Scheduled flight time
1 h 20 min

Departing Brazil, this flight may be covered by Brazil's ANAC Resolution 400. Brazilian rules set no fixed amount, but passengers may be entitled to compensation for long delays and cancellations.

EK 261 FAQ

How long is the EK261 flight?
The timetable allows 1 h 20 min. Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo is 337 km (209 mi).
What other flight numbers does EK261 have?
Also listed as UAE261 (Emirates' ICAO code) and EK 261.
Can I get compensation if EK261 is delayed or cancelled?
Possibly: Brazil's ANAC Resolution 400 sets no fixed amount, but passengers may be entitled to compensation for long delays and cancellations. Departing Brazil, this flight may be covered by Brazil's ANAC Resolution 400.

EK261 and Rio de Janeiro GIG to Sao Paulo GRU Flights

Flight EK261 is code-shared by 1 airline using the flight number GF5406

Other flights departing from Rio de Janeiro GIG: G31870, H21815, G32028, G32056

Other flights arriving at Sao Paulo GRU: LA4603, JJ4603

All flights connecting Rio de Janeiro GIG to Sao Paulo GRU.