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September 16 - September 19

Cheapest

GIG - Recife

$181

$136

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September 10 - September 16

Cheapest

GIG - Recife

$175

$136

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October 3 - October 8

Best

GIG - Recife

$209

$138

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August 28 - August 29

GIG - Recife

$194

$146

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October 7 - October 21

GIG - Recife

$198

$146

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October 6 - October 27

GIG - Recife

$192

$146

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October 6 - October 17

GIG - Recife

$196

$146

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November 12 - November 14

GIG - Recife

$168

$146

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November 15 - November 16

GIG - Recife

$168

$149

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August 20 - August 27

Earliest

GIG - Recife

$186

$151

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Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

The journey from Rio de Janeiro to Recife covers a distance of 1859 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance means you are looking at a flight that is long enough to offer a comfortable travel experience, bridging two significant Brazilian cities.

For cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife, fares typically range from $200–$287, with a median price of $246. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, making it a favorable time to consider booking. Approximately 22% of recent fares on this route were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife? Historically, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $159. Following closely, July also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $176. February presents another good option, with median fares around $197.

A meaningful share of itineraries for direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife are non-stop, accounting for 67.6% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This mix means you have a good chance of finding a direct flight, but connecting options are also common.

A typical journey from Rio de Janeiro to Recife takes approximately 5h 45m, including any connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries, encompassing both direct and connecting flights. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find suitable flights.

How much is a round trip from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

Regular price: $145 - $375

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is between $145 and $375. The current lowest deal is $136 with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Sep 16 to Sep 19.

now $136

Low $145

High $375

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is November, with a median price of $159. The most expensive month to fly is May, with a median price of $273. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $159

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $273

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Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Recife

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$302

$218

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Recife

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$296

$209

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Recife

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Recife (REC)

LATAM Chile

$291

$213

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Recife

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Recife (REC)

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras

$282

$181

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Recife

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Recife (REC)

City Connexion Airlines

$204

$161

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Recife

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Recife (REC)

City Connexion Airlines

$250

$184

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

$321 → $211

34%

2 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 23

$276 → $169

39%

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$298 → $191

36%

1 night

Oct 8 - Oct 9

$293 → $191

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife

Rio de Janeiro - Recife route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are at $136, which is below the typical level of $246.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the cheapest fares

Historically, November has the lowest median price at $159.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 45m

The typical direct flight duration for this route is 5h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers direct flights

67.6% of recent deals are for direct flights, with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras has a direct deal for $136

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras offers a direct flight for $136.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day historically.

Rio de Janeiro main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Galeão International offers the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife.

📍 ~15 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport is an alternative departure option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife.

📍 ~20 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$287

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont is a convenient departure airport for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife.

📍 ~2 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$210

Recife main airports to arrive at

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International (REC)

Cheapest

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport is the primary gateway to Recife and the surrounding region.

📍 ~10 km from Recife city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Recife used as alternative

Presidente Castro Pinto International (JPA)

This airport is a useful alternative for Recife, offering high frequency of domestic flights to major Brazilian hubs.

📍 ~100 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$192

Zumbi dos Palmares International (MCZ)

This major regional airport is a reliable alternative for flights to the South and Southeast of Brazil.

📍 ~190 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Greater Natal International Airport (NAT)

This large international airport offers high operational reliability and strong connectivity to major domestic markets.

📍 ~250 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$183

Campina Grande (CPV)

This regional hub is closer than Natal or Maceio for travelers on the west side of the metropolitan area.

📍 ~120 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Santa Maria (AJU)

Cheapest

This stable commercial airport is an alternative for reaching southern destinations if northern hubs are congested.

📍 ~400 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$148

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Recife

Recife, Brazil

44% AI deal score

$5,814

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

Historically, booking flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife 7-13 days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, at around $231. Prices typically increase for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $269. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 28-59 days in advance had an average price of $234, while those booked 60+ days out averaged $249. Considering these trends, aiming for the 7-13 day window often provides the best value.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $200. The median price for this route during the same period was $246. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed prices being $287 or less. Therefore, if you find a fare at $200 or lower, it represents a competitive price for this route.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife, with a median price of $159. July also offered competitive prices, with a median of $176. February, on the other hand, had a median price of $197, making it one of the more expensive months for this route. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $246, indicating that November and July often present significant savings.

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