Azul restructures Europe flight schedule: Paris route becomes seasonal
Direct service to the French capital will be suspended starting in October 2025 and resume in April 2026, aligning with the start of the peak travel season in the Northern Hemisphere.
Azul Linhas Aéreas announced on Friday, June 6, a restructuring of its flight offerings to Europe. The airline stated that its route between Viracopos International Airport (VCP) in Campinas and Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) will become a seasonal service.
Direct flights to the French capital will be suspended starting in October 2025 and will resume in April 2026, aligning with the start of the high-demand travel season in the Northern Hemisphere.
The carrier explained that the decision is due to the traditionally lower travel demand during the European winter, combined with the higher operational costs that characterize that period. With this move, Azul aims to align its offerings with market cycles and ensure the sustainability of its international network.
Such adjustments are common practice in the airline industry, where carriers optimize their long-haul fleets—like the Airbus A330-900neo aircraft Azul uses on this route—to maximize profitability.
In summary
• Why is the flight being suspended? Due to a combination of lower passenger demand during the European winter and high operating costs during that season.
• When will the operation be halted? Flights will be suspended starting in October 2025.
• When will flights resume? The route will resume in April 2026, at the beginning of the European summer travel season.
• What if I already have a ticket? The airline will rebook passengers on other flights or issue a refund in accordance with ANAC Brazil Resolution 400.
Far from being a contraction, Azul frames this move as part of a strategic reorganization of its European presence. In fact, the airline is preparing to launch two new routes next week, both to Madrid (MAD)—a first in its history. The new services will connect the Spanish capital with Campinas (VCP) and Recife (REC), expanding Azul’s entry points into Europe.
Azul was the only airline offering a direct connection between the São Paulo metropolitan area and Orly, an alternative to the busier Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), which is served by Air France and LATAM from Guarulhos (GRU).
In parallel with this adjustment, the airline is planning significant international growth for the peak July travel season. Azul anticipates 454 international departures, offering around 101,000 seats—a 70% increase compared to July 2024, highlighting the company’s strong expansion momentum.
For customers with tickets already issued for the Campinas–Paris route during the suspension period, Azul confirmed it will comply with the terms of ANAC Brazil Resolution 400. This ensures passengers will receive assistance and options for rebooking or refunds, in line with the company’s customer service standards.
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