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$225 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Sao Paulo

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Cheapest round-trip
$630
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Cheapest non-stop
$656
Typical prices: $1,073-$746
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JFK - GRU • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Sao Paulo (NYC-SAO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Sao Paulo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Sao Paulo

Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
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$630Multiple Airlines
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$653LATAM Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Sao Paulo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Sao Paulo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Sao Paulo?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Sao Paulo departing in May.

What is the cheapest New York to Sao Paulo flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to Sao Paulo costs $756 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 5% cheaper than other New York-Sao Paulo routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Sao Paulo?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to Sao Paulo clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Sao Paulo on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to Sao Paulo. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Sao Paulo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Sao Paulo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Sao Paulo is May, where tickets cost $127 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,748 and $1,341 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Sao Paulo?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $832, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Sao Paulo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Sao Paulo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Sao Paulo, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$225
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport

When to book flights from New York to Sao Paulo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Sao Paulo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Sao Paulo

  • Where can I sleep at São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)?

    GRU has sleep pods and airport hotels where you can catch some z’s. Slaviero Fast Sleep in terminal 2 on the arrivals level offers sleep cabins with a bunk bed, free Wi-Fi, bathroom, TV, AC, and electrical outlets. Zzzleepandgo Sleep Pods in terminal 2 inside security near gates 201-223 also offers soundproof sleep pods with a bed, Wi-Fi, and electrical outlets. For the hotel experience, book a stay at the Tryp by Wyndham São Paulo Guarulhos Airport in the boarding area of terminal 3 on the first floor.

  • Which airlines have lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport?

    American Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways, United Airlines, and Delta all have lounges at EWR. You can access these lounges by paying at the door, except for the Delta lounge which is only open to members. The AA lounge is in terminal A near gates 30-39, the Air Canada lounge is in the same terminal near the Air Canada departure gates, and United Club has one location in terminal A. The Delta Sky Club is located in terminal B near gates 40-47, while the British Airways lounge is in the B2 satellite.

  • How do I get to downtown from São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport?

    The train is the most inexpensive way to get downtown. GRU has an airport train station operated by local train lines that you can access from terminal 1. The airport is also connected via many local buses - whether you’re headed downtown or to the suburbs, there’s a bus to get you there. Taxis are also available and Guarucoop is the exclusive taxi operator from GRU. They offer rates according to your destination.

  • Does Viracopos International Airport (VCP) offer accessibility services?

    VCP offers wheelchair assistance to all passengers who need it. The airport also has ramps and elevators to provide barrier-free access to all parts of the airport. Other facilities available include accessible restrooms, reserved parking spaces, and fast-track services. Tactile guide paths, help desks, and braille signage are in place for low-vision passengers at VCP. Hard-of-hearing passengers will have courtesy phones and visual paging services available to them.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Sao Paulo?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Sao Paulo was $225 for a one-way ticket and $630 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Sao Paulo?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in New York and on arrival in Sao Paulo.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Sao Paulo?

    New York has 3 major airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia. Sao Paulo is served by 2 airports: Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl and Sao Paulo Viracopos. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Newark Liberty Airport and land at Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Sao Paulo?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Sao Paulo flight route: American Airlines, GOL, Delta, LATAM Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Sao Paulo?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Sao Paulo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Sao Paulo?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Sao Paulo, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Sao Paulo?

    There are nonstop flights from New York to Sao Paulo on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Sao Paulo, Delta or Copa Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Sao Paulo are Delta and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $808 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $651 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Sao Paulo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Sao Paulo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Sao Paulo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sao Paulo from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Sao Paulo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sao Paulo with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Sao Paulo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sao Paulo from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Sao Paulo

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $518 or less one-way and $897 or less round-trip.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the biggest New York airport, with six terminals. You can do a lot of walking within the massive terminals, but the airport has also provided an AirTrain which runs every 5-10 minutes for inter-terminal transportation.
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the second biggest airport in New York. Although it is the furthest from Manhattan, it is the best alternative to JFK. It offers many flight options and is well connected by the AirTrain, which provides easy transportation from downtown New York.
  • There are several non-stop flights from New York to Sao Paulo. However, if you decide to take the cheaper single-layover flights on this route the most common layover cities are Miami and Orlando.
  • Around 1,989 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from New York to Sao Paulo. You can fly more sustainably with ANA, an airline with a flight emitting 45% less carbon per passenger on this route.
  • Your pet is welcome to join the trip through LaGuardia Airport (LGA). The airport has provided pet relief areas, both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor areas are in terminals A, B, C, and D, while the indoor areas are in terminals C and D in the connector linking the two terminals.

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New York to Sao Paulo

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Sao Paulo to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,LATAM Airlines

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from New York to Sao Paulo

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 8463 reviews
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7.9Comfort
7.2Food
8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
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The flight was operated by Latam. The aircraft had a technical issue and the flight was delayed for the next day. They grounded other passengers to get their airplane assigned to my flight. Most of he ground staff don't speak English (Orlando Airport), but were very polite.The crew on the other hand could speak English and Portuguese. On board service was good.

6.0 GoodSilvestre, Apr 2026
MCO - GRU
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The flight was operated by Latam. The aircraft had a technical issue and the flight was delayed for the next day. They grounded other passengers to get their airplane assigned to my flight. Most of he ground staff don't speak English (Orlando Airport), but were very polite.The crew on the other hand could speak English and Portuguese. On board service was good.

WiFi didn’t work. Flight delayed 3 hours Crew members were illiterate Seat lean back did not work.

Transparency from pilots, quick boarding and exiting the plane, staff greeted to each and everyone,

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Flight delayed. Air broken. Cabin was hot enough to pass out. Delta shuttle’s becoming worse and worse.

my mom urmila patel needed a wheelchair which was not available on the curbside. she needed to walk almost 50 meters inside (at the risk of falling) and then had to wait in line to get a wheelchair (this is not ok). Once obtained she had to seat in it for 30-45 minutes for someone to take her in thru the checkin process (which was fairly smooth and easy). the lady who helped her with her checkin process was very courteous and helpful

Excellent service, I love the soft blush pink mood lighting on the 767-400ER during meal service. The overhead gasper vents on the 767-400ER were also very strong with a lot of airflow to keep me comfortable on my flight.

This was the worse experience. They delayed our flight twice and we still had to find another flight to get home sooner which was alos delayed. Also, the flight attendant named Ginny on DL9890 leaving at 4:13pm on 3/23/26 was extremely rude.

I love Delta the flight attendants were personable and the flight arrived 1/2 earlier thanks expected. All a plus. The gate agent was a bit flustered but even with that I still had a good experience. Her supervisor assisted me.

Honestly first time flying with delta and it was pretty good. All the process very smooth and crew was always nice and attentive.

Deleted flight made me loose my connection flight now stuck in Atlanta for a day

Apart of Sky miles delta. And they go everywhere in Brazil

There was a mechanical issue with the plane that they had to work on before we could take off. That's fine, by all means, PLEASE make sure the mechanics are functioning properly. What was a problem was the fact that we sat on the tarmac for 4.5 hours without moving, without letting us off the plane, and without climate control and air running through the plane. There was no explanation as to what was going on; they just kept promising that it would be "15 minutes, then we are on our way." At one point, they even switched the entire crew out and told everyone we just needed to wait for new employees to show up. Then, as the 4 hours were not moving, an hour before the full refund, they made a big show about "the flight starting and the doors are locked, so you have to sit down." We didn't move for another 40 minutes; they were just trying to skirt around legalities that entitled us to restitution. When the flight finally was underway, the plane was gigantic but cramped in design, my entertainment screen kept freezing and glitching, and subtitles didn't work, and the crew was passive-aggressive. Terrible flight.

We traveled with two young children, and it was not possible for our family to be seated together. No one offered help or assistance to organize seating so we could sit with our kids. In the end, we managed to find two seats in Economy so I could at least sit with one of them, even though I had originally paid for Comfort+. In summary, I had to downgrade my seat just to be able to sit with one of my children, which was very disappointing

I booked a flight through Kayak to Brazil I have traveled to Brazil several times before Kayak Delta or LATAM never mentioned during the booking or in the pre flight process that the visa requirements to visit Brazil have changed earlier this year. I was unaware of this change and as such never got a visa and was unable to fly from JFK to Sao Paulo Add to this that Delta allowed me to fly from Boston to JFK which they should not have as I didn’t have a visa. It has been a terrible experience and a huge loss of money

Latam may be the worst airline in the world, far worse than even the lowest of low cost airlines in the USA. I wasted hours trying to PAY THEM TO CHECK A BAG! Then they misled me at the terminal, sent me through the wrong security line, the list goes on and on... Just absolutely terrible in every way. Avoid at all costs.

Poor, the airline was not able to help me move flights.

The way the Pilot made all announcements, specially the way he congratulated the entire crew as the best team ever, making a comment that due to them they were able to shorter the delay to the destination. Amazing flight .

Just to drop my already labeled bag it took 50 minutes inline. Completely disappointed with Latam operation at GRU

All good flight was 35 minutes early when arriving in Edinburgh

Flight left on time, arrived early, pleasant staff provided water, coffee, etc. access to bathrooms was reasonable and were well maintained. blankets were available, lots of entertainment options. LUGGAGE SERVICE WAS GREAT. I got my one checked bag quickly and was able to make a bus connection for a 2 hour bus ride saving me from waiting another 1.5 hours.

I had a good time. However, I paid for the wifi and it was in and out the whole flight.

They promise free wi-fi prior to boarding and then once on board you are informed you have to purchase wifi even after being a mileagePlus member.

3 hour delay…. Nearly 2 hours sitting on tarmac. Do better, United. Or at least have the sense to not say “we hope you enjoyed your flight with us” upon disembarking.

Both our flights were delayed. Almost didn’t get in the second flight. Staff was rude to the bone.

Everything went well except the turbulence what no one have a control of but pilot and crew handled very good!

Flight on time. Excellent service in Premium Economy. Great food served and cleaned up promptly. Unfortunately the climate control was malfunctioning and it was very cold and felt a bit like camping. Cold helps with sleep though so not complaining too much. Slept well. It asks to rate "entertainment". I do not like any IFE, don't shove a big screen in my face—I have my own phone if I want it. So this will always get low ratings.

Once boarding started it was pretty quick. Food was inedible; cold and salty..

Much better than Spirit. I was please by the easy fast check in and boarding

Flying in the United States with the major airlines has become so underwhelming. A 2-3hr flight in most other parts of the world with the major carriers of the area comes with newer, CLEANER aircraft and significantly better in flight service in terms of both staff attitude and a actual meal service.

I am writing to share detailed feedback regarding my recent journey with American Airlines on the New York (JFK) to New Delhi (DEL) sector, which was ultimately diverted to Jaipur (JAI) due to weather conditions. At the outset, I would like to acknowledge that this was a full long-haul flight of approximately 14–15 hours, and while the journey fulfilled its primary transport objective, several aspects of the experience warrant both recognition and constructive feedback. 1. Cabin Crew Conduct and Service Consistency While the majority of the cabin crew maintained a polite and professional demeanor, one flight attendant’s conduct was notably inconsistent with expected service standards. The tone was often directive and lacked the warmth and guest-centric engagement typically associated with long-haul service. This created a perceptible imbalance in the cabin experience. Although other crew members acknowledged and apologized for the behavior, it highlighted a gap in service standardization and supervisory oversight. 2. Inflight Experience (IFE & Comfort) The inflight entertainment system was unreliable, with content failing to load consistently throughout the journey. Seating comfort in economy class was below expectations when compared with other international long-haul carriers. Cabin environment management at times felt unsettled, with noticeable noise and movement in the aisles. 3. Disruption Handling and Communication (DEL Diversion to JAI) The diversion to Jaipur due to weather was understandably beyond the airline’s control. However, the handling of post-diversion communication and guest management was an area of concern: Information during and after the diversion was fragmented and lacked clarity Limited guidance was provided upon disembarkation regarding next steps (transport, accommodation, onward travel) Ground coordination appeared inconsistent, with hotel partners and passengers receiving incomplete or delayed updates Communication the following morning remained unclear, including last-minute changes to transfer timings This resulted in avoidable uncertainty during a critical disruption phase. 4. Positive Acknowledgment – Ground Recovery Arrangements It is important to recognize that despite the initial communication gaps, the overall recovery framework was eventually well executed: Hotel accommodation was arranged efficiently Meal vouchers were provided appropriately Transfers between airport and hotel were organized in a structured manner Given the sudden and large-scale disruption, these arrangements were commendable and reflect the airline’s ability to operationally recover once systems were in place. 5. Recommendations for Improvement In the interest of strengthening the overall customer experience, I would respectfully propose the following: Service Delivery Reinforce consistent cabin crew service standards, particularly for long-haul sectors Enhance supervisory presence to address outlier behaviors in real time Inflight Product Improve reliability of inflight entertainment systems Reassess economy seating comfort for ultra-long-haul routes Disruption Management Establish a more visible “Care & Coordination Team” during irregular operations Ensure clear, centralized communication (single source of truth) for passengers and ground partners Provide structured briefing points to hotel and transport vendors to avoid information gaps Introduce proactive guest engagement (clear next steps, timelines, reassurance) Closing Reflection: While the journey was impacted by both controllable and uncontrollable factors, the overall experience would have been significantly enhanced through greater consistency in service delivery and more structured communication during disruption. I appreciate the efforts made by the broader team in arranging accommodation and onward logistics under challenging circumstances. With improved coordination and alignment, the experience can be elevated to match the expectations of a global long-haul carrier. Thank you for your attention to this feedback. I trust it will be received constructively and contribute to ongoing service improvement. Warm regards, Soosnata Chowdhury Convert effective for airlines) Or tailor tone

Wifi was spotty. Tray table was very dirty when I sat down.

Flight was extremely hot and they made us check our bags when the space was nowhere near full

Same plane as RDU to LGA — internet not working. Pilot issue of some sort at end of prior flight - I was on same plane for my connection. Late/delayed —

For an international flight the seats were smaller than most flight I have been on in economy. I don’t know the size of the seats or perhaps it was the size of the seat dividers that made the seats feel smaller and little amount of space to even turn your body if you needed to

My flight from LGA was cancelled and my rebooked flight from JFK was delayed numerous times. I will now be getting home after 2am.

Flight was delayed half hour before boarding, but when I checked flight aware the plane that would Pick us up had a delay of more than an hour. AA should let us know in advance to avoid waiting several hours in the airport

Not really sure I enjoyed the flight at all. The flight attendants seemed a little tired and rude at times. The snacks were lacking in taste and sustenance. The flight was incredibly turbulent for three plus hours and the pilot had to do a second pass to land at our final destination because he was coming in so fast. He must have taken a short cut and because of it we had to suffer the violent turbulence and the dropping down. It had to be one of if not the worse flights I have ever been on and have traveled vastly all over the world.

Aging planer and NO wifi on a 14 hour day flight. Unless you are retired or don't need to work or be in touch with the world... The lack of Wifif really ruined the flight. And the old plane - really showing it's age, wasn't great

Awful. Not water, or chargers or space under the seats, the plane was very old and poor maintenance, seats really dirty, sticky, seats pockets with wires pinching your knees. Connection with no announcements, plane departed 1.30 hour earlier for an extra stop to refueling in Trinidad & Tobago. Even that we had a 3 hrs delay, seated in the plane in the runway.

Really bad. Uncommunicated stop in Trinidad & Tobago for refueling. Extra stop added 3 hours of discomfort without allowing off the seat. Not even water, or chargers or boarding groups.

Staff were unfriendly and rude. Was stuck on runway for 2 hours after arrival in Boston.

Horrible service. No communication from the crew as to why a 6 hour delay then cancellation

We waited in an overcrowded bus for over a half hour. It was uncomfortable. It would have been better to have waited in the terminal in a line

The food for sale on board has opportunity for improvement.

I paid extra for a comfortable seat in the second flight, but the plane didn't have those seats, the first one did

The Arajet person who greeted us initially was unhelpful & rude about the mandatory migration form which has to be completed digitally but the systems don’t work properly. The boarding gate was changed twice and initial boarding was delayed. Once on board we we had to wait an hour and a half before take off. It was hot and there was very little room for tall-ish people to fit their knees in. The crew were pleasant but working in a poor situation. The plane was delayed because we were waiting for people from a delayed interconnecting flight. Arajet must have known that before we were asked to board. Better information, decisions & communication were needed.

My seat was broken and the crew had to find me somewhere else to sit. The crew was extremely courteous about this

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