There are a lot of people speculating about the Voa Brasil program. So today I came to bring you the news that has been buzzing in the feeds of Brazilian travelers! The objective of the announced measure is to reduce the cost of air tickets and encourage more than 21 million people to travel by paying R$200.00 (two hundred reais). That's right you read!
But how does Voa Brasil work? See all the details, prices, requirements and more!
Voa Brasil Program: how it works, how much it costs
What is the Voa Brasil Program?
The Federal Government and airlines came together to create the Voa Brasil program, which aims not only to reduce ticket prices, but also to make them more accessible for certain groups. And how good it is when the dream of traveling is within our reach, right?
The Voa Brasil program is part of the first stage of the Air Transport Universalization Plan, launched by the Ministry of Ports and Airports and the three main Brazilian airlines (Azul, Gol and Latam). Voa Brasil tickets are for domestic flightsthat is, national.
The agreement is that each company can stipulate its own value limit, and tickets within this quota must be purchased by passengers at least 14 days in advance of the flight date – which can be an excellent strategy to guarantee prices. even lower!
The three airlines – Azul, Gol and Latam – have committed to offering a quota of tickets with more affordable prices, each establishing its own price limit.
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Who can travel with Voa Brasil?
The Voa Brasil program will be aimed at INSS retirees and pensioners, workers and public employees (municipal, state and federal) with salaries of up to R$6,800 and students covered by ProUni.
But, stay tuned: In the first stage of the program, 800,000 ProUni students and 20.8 million INSS retirees who receive up to two minimum wages (R$2,824) will be able to participate. Only after this pilot project will the rest of the target audience be able to access the program.
How much will Voa Brasil plane tickets cost?
According to the most recent information about this initiative, around 50 thousand tickets will be made available per month, each priced at R$200.00.
Therefore, the total cost of a round trip will be R$400.00, with the option of paying in up to 12 installments, in partnership with Caixa and Banco do Brasil banks.
What are the requirements for Voa Brasil?
Travelers need to ensure that have not flown other flights within the country in the last 12 months. Oh, and each person can buy up to two tickets per year, worth R$200 each. These tickets are for a round trip.
Can you bring companions on Voa Brasil?
On Voa Brasil, each traveler will have the right to take a companion on each route for the same price. It doesn't matter if the companion is part of the target audience or not. So, basically, each participant can have access to four tickets per year – two for themselves and another two for their companion. Let's plan a trip with friends, guys!
How do I register for Voa Brasil?
For now, the program is in the study phase and the Federal Government is not yet registering Voa Brasilbut the program should be launched in 2024.
Other benefits of Voa Brasil
This is news from the Voa Brasil Program that is really exciting for you, the traveler! With the implementation of quotas with a maximum price ceiling on airline tickets, more people will have the opportunity to discover new places without spending a fortune.
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Although it is necessary to wait and see how the Voa Brasil program will be implemented in practice, the expectation is that these measures will contribute to reducing prices. This happens because the average ticket prices in 2023 did not reach the ceiling stipulated by the companies.
But wait, there’s more! In addition to cheaper prices, companies are also offering extra benefits to make your experience even more incredible. Now you can:
- Book your seat in advance
- Book your ticket without bureaucracy
- Check your luggage for free in 2024.
Each airline is bringing its own measures to ensure you have the best travel experience possible. Let's check it out?
Blue
Azul is the pioneer in this journey and is offering 10 million tickets for up to R$799 in 2024. And there's more: if you buy your ticket at the last minute, you'll have preference when rebooking and you'll even be able to check your bag for free. Incredible, right?
Goal
Gol has not been left behind and has promised to make 15 million seats available with prices up to R$699 in 2024. In addition, they are also offering discounted emergency assistance rates for unexpected situations. It's good to know that they are taking care of us!
Latam
Latam added 10 thousand seats every day, that is, three million more than before. Additionally, they have a campaign to help you make the best choice when purchasing your cheap plane ticket. And there's one more surprise: tickets for less than R$199 per week! It’s time to fill your suitcase and go exploring Brazil right now!
Federal government
The government, in turn, is acting on three fronts to try to reduce the price of air tickets.
1st – The first is an attempt to reduce the cost of fuel;
2nd – The second is the reduction in the number of airline lawsuits
3rd – And the third is the construction of new airports in Brazil.
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Overall, the news about Voa Brasil is extremely positive, as it makes air tickets more affordable and allows more people to fulfill their travel dreams.
These measures were designed to make airfare affordable for everyone. After all, traveling is a right for all of us, right? And we cannot forget that the government is committed to working to ensure that the airline sector functions in the best way possible, always thinking about us, the passengers.
So, now you know: you no longer need to postpone your travel dreams. With Voa Brasil you can explore new destinations, discover different cultures and create incredible memories, all without breaking your budget.
Prepare your bags, do your research and take advantage of this unique opportunity to fly more and pay less!
I'm super excited about this! Keep an eye on the blog and I will definitely tell you all the news as soon as I have more information!
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