How many flights from Madrid to Recife are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 1.8% of flights from Madrid to Recife were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers should anticipate that most routes will involve at least one connection.

How long does it take to fly from Madrid to Recife?

The typical direct flight from Madrid to Recife has a duration of 8 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 6289 kilometers. Flights with one stop historically have a median duration of 17 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in travel time when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Madrid to Recife come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Madrid to Recife come up with regular frequency. This route is classified as having regular deal availability. Travelers can typically find opportunities for good value on this route across the trailing 30 days.

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September 18 - October 15

Cheapest

MAD - Recife

662 €

667 €

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September 18 - October 18

Cheapest

MAD - Recife

662 €

667 €

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September 16 - October 15

Cheapest

MAD - Recife

661 €

667 €

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October 7 - October 18

MAD - Recife

637 €

668 €

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September 1 - September 29

Earliest

MAD - Recife

647 €

679 €

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September 9 - September 24

MAD - Recife

651 €

682 €

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September 14 - September 30

Best

MAD - Recife

666 €

682 €

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September 7 - September 22

MAD - Recife

656 €

682 €

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September 11 - September 30

MAD - Recife

648 €

682 €

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September 14 - September 29

Best

MAD - Recife

666 €

682 €

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Madrid to Recife: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Recife

Most itineraries for flights from Madrid to Recife connect at least once, with only 1.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Madrid to Recife are rare, you'll most often find routes involving multiple stops to reach your destination.

When considering cheap flights from Madrid to Recife, prices typically range from $1083–$1746, with a median of $1424. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals may require careful timing and flexibility.

For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Recife, the data indicates that April is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $251. May follows closely with a median of $254, and March also offers competitive prices at a median of $294. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower fares.

A typical journey from Madrid to Recife takes approximately 23h 30m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this long-haul route involve at least one stopover, often two. The overall distance covered for this route is 6289 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Recife

Regular price: €544 - €974

Prices for flights from Madrid to Recife are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 544 EUR to 974 EUR. The current lowest deal is 666 EUR with Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras, for travel from Oct 7 to Oct 27.

now 666 €

Low 544 €

High 974 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Recife

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Recife is April, with a median price of $251. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1542. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from 251 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,542 €

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Direct flights from Madrid to Recife

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Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Recife

Thu, Aug 6

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MAD - Recife

Madrid (MAD) - Recife (REC)

TAP Portugal

798 €

768 €

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Thu, Aug 6

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MAD - Recife

Madrid (MAD) - Recife (REC)

TAP Portugal

825 €

789 €

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Thu, Aug 6

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MAD - Recife

Madrid (MAD) - Recife (REC)

913 €

794 €

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MAD - Recife

Madrid (MAD) - Recife (REC)

TAP Portugal

865 €

789 €

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Fri, Aug 7

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MAD - Recife

Madrid (MAD) - Recife (REC)

TAP Portugal

825 €

789 €

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Fri, Aug 7

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MAD - Recife

Madrid (MAD) - Recife (REC)

TAP Portugal

823 €

789 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Recife

29 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 24

766 € → 653 €

15%

27 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 24

766 € → 653 €

15%

30 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 27

766 € → 653 €

15%

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

866 € → 783 €

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Recife

Madrid - Recife route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Madrid to Recife typically range from $1083 to $1746.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the cheapest prices

Historically, April, May, and March offer the lowest median prices at $251, $254, and $294.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

The median flight duration for this route is 23 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.8% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras has a recent deal

A recent deal from Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras was found for $666 via skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Madrid to Recife are available on a regular basis.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas is a great choice for flights from Madrid to Recife, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$726

Recife main airports to arrive at

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International (REC)

Cheapest

REC is the primary airport for Recife, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$726

Airports nearby Recife used as alternative

Presidente Castro Pinto International (JPA)

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is a useful alternative, being the closest major commercial airport to Recife.

📍 ~110 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$945

Zumbi dos Palmares International (MCZ)

Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is a major regional alternative with significant passenger infrastructure for your arrival.

📍 ~190 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$898

Greater Natal International Airport (NAT)

Cheapest

Greater Natal International Airport offers high operational reliability and strong connectivity to major domestic markets.

📍 ~250 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$837

Campina Grande (CPV)

Campina Grande Airport serves as a key regional hub and is closer for travelers on the west side of Recife.

📍 ~125 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$915

Santa Maria (AJU)

Santa Maria Airport is a stable commercial airport serving a state capital, offering another alternative.

📍 ~400 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1024

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Recife, Brazil

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Recife, Brazil

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Recife

Across the trailing quarter, the optimal booking window for flights from Madrid to Recife was typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was $291. Booking within 14-27 days of departure historically saw average prices around $1664, while booking 28-59 days out had an average price of $1604. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance showed an average price of $1580.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Madrid to Recife has been around $1083 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing 90 days was $1424. Prices typically ranged up to $1746 for the higher end of typical fares during this period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Recife have been April, with a median price of $251, and May, with a median price of $254. March also offered competitive prices, with a median of $294. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $1424 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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