Azul
Azul is a Brazilian airline founded in 2008 by David Neeleman, who also established JetBlue Airways. The airline began operations in December 2008, focusing on underserved domestic routes within Brazil. Azul has grown to become a leading airline in the country, boasting the largest network and serving over 150 destinations with a diverse fleet that includes Embraer regional jets, ATR turboprops, and Airbus jets. Azul offers passenger air transportation across Brazil and select international destinations, including the United States. The company has developed ancillary services such as TudoAzul, a loyalty program, and Azul Cargo Express, a cargo logistics service. Azul targets a wide range of customers, particularly domestic travelers in smaller cities and international passengers. The airline has formed partnerships with other carriers, like United Airlines, to enhance its service offerings and expand its reach. Azul is publicly traded on the Brazilian stock exchange and has established a strong presence in the aviation market.
Work at Azul in HR or recruiting? Claim this page
Headcount trend
Azul went from 230 employees in Jul 2023 to 268 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 12 people joined, 9 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
Org structure
Headcount by department
Hiring now
See all jobsSalaries at Azul
All salaries11 salary profiles in the US
Most reported roles
H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2025 alone: 2 filings.
Funding
- Mar 2020 · Vitruvian Partners, Lead Edge Capital
- Sep 2007 · $40M · JVax Investment Group, Accel, Austin Ventures LP
- May 2005 · Series D · $30M · Austin Ventures, JVax Investment Group LLC., Credit Suisse
Peer reviews
Worked with someone at Azul?
Anonymous peer reviews on OffTheRecord
Similar companies
Azul FAQ
How many employees does Azul have?
Azul has about 268 employees, up 0.4% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does Azul sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Azul filed 2 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2025, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Azul's revenue per employee?
Azul makes about $11.76M in revenue per employee, based on $3.15B annual revenue and 268 employees.
How much does Azul pay?
6figr has 11 salary profiles for Azul in the US and 1 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Azul salaries page. See Azul salaries in the US
How much funding has Azul raised?
Azul has raised $70M in total funding.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.