$78 Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Recife (REC)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

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Airfares from $78 One Way, $137 Round Trip from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

Prices starting at $137 for return flights and $78 for one-way flights to Recife were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To Recife from Rio de Janeiro

Route Information for Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

Origin Airport IATA Code
RIO
Destination Airport IATA Code
REC
Distance
1155 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas, Azul, LATAM Airlines, Avianca, Emirates, Copa Airlines, Gol, United Airlines, TAP Air Portugal
Earliest Flight Arrival
10:50AM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
4:55AM UTC

Flights from Rio De Janeiro to Recife

Rio de Janeiro International Airport

Orbitz.com finds flights from Rio de Janeiro to any domestic or international destination. The website searches different flight combinations to make sure you find a ticket with a low fare. The Rio de Janeiro International Airport is located at 20 de Janeiro Avenue, approximately nine miles from the center of Rio de Janeiro. Nineteen different airlines service the airport including Delta, Air France, American Airlines and US Airways.

Parking and Transportation

The airport has a long-term parking lot for passengers who want to leave their car at the airport while they travel. Parking in the lot costs $24.89 for days one through three, $19.91 for days four through six, $17.42 for days seven through nine and $14.93 for each additional day after the ninth day. You can also take a taxi to the airport. The cab fare from Rio de Janeiro to the airport ranges from $20 to $30 depending on the cab company you use and the time of day you need transportation. If you need a rental car when you arrive at your destination, use Orbitz.com to make your reservations.

Dining at the Airport

If you want to grab a meal before your flight, the airport has several options available. Moiselle Restaurant, Rei do Mate and Air Point are located in Terminal 1. Spoleto, Pastello and Bob's are located in Terminal 2. When you use Orbitz.com to find flights from Rio de Janeiro, you can save money by purchasing the services you need in discount packages. This way, you'll have plenty of extra cash to have a meal before your flight.

Recife/Guararapes-Gilberto International Airport

Find cheap flights to Recife by using the search tools at Orbitz.com. Located about six miles from the center of the city, Recife/Guararapes-Gilberto International Airport (Av. Mascarenhas de Moraes) provides air service for the area. A number of airlines, such as American Airlines, Azul and Oceanair, offer both domestic and international flights to this state-of-the-art airport.

Getting from Recife/Guararapes-Gilberto International Airport

Ground transportation at the airport includes bus sevices that will take you to downtown Recife or to the bus station. The RRFSA train also makes stops near the terminal on Avenue Sul, and taxis are also available.

Weather in Recife

Temperatures in Recife are warm year round, making it ideal for a winter escape. August and September are the coolest months with lows in the upper 60s and highs in the low 80s. December through January boasts lows in the lower 70s and highs in the upper 80s.

Attractions in Recife

Recife offers a variety of tourist attractions. Boa Viagem Beach is a popular destination featuring coral reefs and miniature swimming pools. Rua do Bom Jesus Island is Recife's oldest attraction and it is where you will find the Kahal Zur Synagogue and free weekend concerts. Also in Recife is São Pedro dos Clérigos, a beautiful cathedral that dates back to the 1700s. No matter where you plan to visit in the city, Orbitz.com can get you started by helping you find cheap flights to Recife.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?
There is. You can fly directly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife with Azul Brazilian Airlines. It’s the only carrier with nonstop services from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to Recife Intl. Airport.
What is the shortest flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?
If conditions are good and all goes as scheduled, you could be coming in to land at Guararapes Intl. Airport (REC) from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) in just 2 hours and 45 minutes. With such a fast flight time, consider taking hand luggage only.
What airlines fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife most frequently?
If you’re on the lookout for the carrier with the most frequent flights from Santos Dumont Airport to Recife (REC-Guararapes Intl.), reserve your ticket with Azul Brazilian Airlines. This carrier has 121 flights each month along this route.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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