Brazilian Low-Cost Carrier Enters European Market with Airbus A330-900neo Fleet

Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes has announced its entry into the European market with flights to Lisbon and Paris, marking the airline’s first forays into the continent. The airline has leased five Airbus A330-900neo aircraft through its parent company, Abra Group, which are expected to be delivered in 2026 and 2027. GOL will operate four flights per week to Lisbon, starting on September 16, 2026, and has also announced plans to launch nonstop service between Rio and New York JFK on July 8, 2026. The airline’s CEO, Celso Ferrer Junior, cited Lisbon’s popularity among Brazilians as the reason for the airline’s decision to prioritize the Portuguese capital over Porto.