Flights to Brazil: how it works in Brazil — first-hand
Real experience of people from chats on «Flights to Brazil» in Brazil — as it is, no fluff. For your case — ask Luky.
From real experience
When flying to Brazil with Ethiopian Airlines (e.g., from Moscow via Addis Ababa): Aircraft are acceptable, not new. Onboard WiFi is paid and can be unreliable. Meals are standard (two on long flights), drinks are unlimited (including beer, wine). Long-haul flights (e.g., Addis Ababa-São Paulo) can be full. Passengers can bid for 'no neighbor' seats (empty adjacent seats) via upgrade offers sent after ticket purchase. This option typically costs around 200 for one seat or 335 for two seats (currency unspecified) and requires payment with a foreign credit card. Booking prices varied: ~153,000 RUB (2 weeks before departure, one-way), ~63,000 RUB (one-way from Abu Dhabi).
Ethiopian Airlines flights to Brazil (e.g., ET506 Addis Ababa to São Paulo) have been observed to make unscheduled stops in African countries like Cameroon or Togo. These diversions are not always related to health emergencies like Ebola outbreaks but can be for routine technical stops, refueling, or passenger boarding. While it's prudent to stay informed about health advisories, such intermediate stops are a known operational pattern for the airline on this route.
When flying to Brazil (Sao Paulo) with Royal Air Maroc, transit experiences vary. Passengers boarding in Istanbul (IST) may face strict document checks regarding return flights and hotel bookings. Conversely, passengers taking the route from Moscow (SVO) via Casablanca (CMN) with Royal Air Maroc report significantly fewer inquiries and smoother boarding processes.
Qatar Airways offers a route from Moscow via Doha to Sao Paulo. Passengers report fewer strict checks compared to Turkish Airlines, with some not being asked for return tickets. However, it's generally advisable to have proof of onward travel, especially if proceeding to a third country after Brazil.