Reaching Jericoacoara, a remote beach in northeastern Brazil, requires multiple connections. Here’s the best route from Europe or the USA, with tips for comfort and efficiency.
STEP 1– FLY TO BRASIL.
Main international gateways to consider:
– São Paulo (GRU) – Guarulhos International Airport.
– Rio de Janeiro (GIG) – Galeão International Airport.
– Recife (REC) – Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
– Fortaleza (FOR) – Pinto Martins International Airport (Closest major city to Jericoacoara).
STEP 2– DOMESTIC FLIGHT TO JERI REGION.
Best Destination Airport:
JJD Jericoacoara Regional Airport (also known as Cruz Airport).
– Only 40-60 min by car from Jericoacoara.
– Has daily flights from São Paulo (GRU) and Recife (REC).
– Some seasonal or indirect connections from Fortaleza (FOR).
Tip: LATAM, GOL, and Azul Airlines serve this route. Choose a flight that lands at JJD, not just Fortaleza, to save time.
STEP 3– TRANSFER TO JERI VILLAGE.
From Jericoacoara Regional Airport (JJD):
– Private 4x4 transfer (most comfortable): 1 hour.
– Shared transfer: Cheaper, takes about the same time.
– Buggies or local vans: Can be arranged at the airport or in advance.
– Fortaleza (FOR): Pinto Martins International Airport (Closest major city to Jericoacoara).
From Fortaleza (FOR) (if no JJD flight available):
– 4x4 transfer: 5–6 hours.
– Bus + 4x4 combo: Via Fretcar or other bus companies to Jijoca + 4x4 to Jeri.
From Europe (Best routes):
– Fly to São Paulo (GRU) or Recife (REC) with airlines like TAP Air Portugal, Air France, KLM, or Lufthansa.
– Then connect to JJD via domestic flight.
– Examples:
– Lisbon → Recife → JJD.
– Paris → São Paulo → JJD
– TAP Air Portugal often offers smooth connections via Lisbon to Recife or Fortaleza.
From USA (Best routes):
– Miami (MIA), New York (JFK), Atlanta (ATL) → São Paulo (GRU) or Recife (REC).
– Then connect to JJD.
– Examples:
– Miami → Recife → JJD.
– New York → São Paulo → JJD.
– LATAM and American Airlines are good options from the USA.
