ET1261 Flight Status Ethiopian Airlines: Recife to Sao Paulo (ETH1261)

Ethiopian Airlines ET 1261

Scheduled in 5h08'

REC Recife

Scheduled
15:15
Estimated
15:15

Terminal: T1 | Gate: 08

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time UTC-3

Recife Airport (REC)

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GRU Sao Paulo

Scheduled
18:30

Terminal: 1

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time UTC-3

Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)

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Departs in 5h 08m 0%

REC 15:15 GRU 18:30

2,100 km (1,305 mi) to fly

Route map REC to GRU Map of the great-circle route from Recife Airport, Brazil to Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport, Brazil, 2100 km. The plane shows an estimated position based on departure and arrival times. Map data: Natural Earth. BRAZIL REC GRU Map data: Natural Earth

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 2100 km / 1305 miles · Scheduled Duration: 03:15 · Typical Duration: 02:55

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ET 1261 Flight Status & Schedule Ethiopian Airlines Recife to Sao Paulo

Date From To Departure Arrival Status Details
Nov 09 REC GRU 15:15 18:30 Scheduled Track >
Nov 08 REC GRU 19:44 22:40 Landed Track >
Nov 06 REC GRU 15:22 18:18 Landed Track >
Nov 05 REC GRU 15:23 18:22 Landed Track >
Nov 04 REC GRU 15:21 18:23 Landed Track >
Nov 03 REC GRU 16:21 19:26 Delayed Track >
Nov 01 REC GRU 19:34 22:29 Landed Track >
Oct 30 REC GRU 15:26 18:18 Landed Track >
Oct 29 REC GRU 15:18 18:09 Landed Track >

Ethiopian Airlines operates ET 1261 from Recife to Sao Paulo, a 2,100 km (1,305 mi) trip, six times a week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday). The timetable allows 3 h 15 min, but the flight usually takes about 2 h 55 min, so it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 15:15 and arrive at 18:30 local time.

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About ET 1261

Route
Recife Airport REC to Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport GRU
Distance
2,100 km (1,305 mi)
Typical flight time
2 h 55 min
Flies
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
On time
7 of the last 7
Usually departs from
Terminal T1

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.

ET 1261 FAQ

How long is the ET1261 flight?
The timetable allows 3 h 15 min. Recife to Sao Paulo is 2,100 km (1,305 mi).
How often is ET1261 late?
None of the last 7 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does ET1261 fly?
Six times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does ET1261 use?
It usually leaves from Terminal T1 at Recife Airport (REC) and arrives at Terminal 1 at Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does ET1261 have?
Also listed as ETH1261 (Ethiopian Airlines' ICAO code) and ET 1261.
Can I get compensation if ET1261 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.

ET1261 and Recife REC to Sao Paulo GRU Flights

Flight ET1261 is a code-share Ethiopian Airlines flight of the Azul Brazilian Airlines operated AD4044.

Other flights departing from Recife REC: AD4560, AD4044, AD4612

Other flights arriving at Sao Paulo GRU: AR1912, AD4044

All flights connecting Recife REC to Sao Paulo GRU.