Can I fly direct from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, direct flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are available, historically accounting for approximately 29.7% of all flights on this route. For travelers who opt for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers has typically been 2. These figures are based on observations over a trailing 90-day period. While direct options exist, connecting flights are more common.

What's the flight time from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

The typical direct flight time from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 1859 kilometers. This translates to a median duration of 175 minutes for non-stop journeys. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to about 5 hours and 40 minutes, or 340 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their trip.

How often do cheap flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro come up?

Cheap flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are considered to come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability for good deals. This assessment is based on observations of pricing trends over a trailing 30-day period. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable prices with some regularity for this route.

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November 19 - November 21

Cheapest

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$234

$137

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January 10 - January 13

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$363

$148

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January 22 - January 23

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$366

$148

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August 21 - August 23

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$362

$152

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August 4 - August 6

Earliest

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$380

$156

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August 25 - August 28

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$354

$156

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October 4 - October 5

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$289

$158

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November 9 - November 12

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$234

$160

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August 15 - August 17

Best

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$534

$162

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August 7 - August 11

Best

REC - Rio de Janeiro

$543

$165

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Recife to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro cover a distance of 1859 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you are looking at a journey that typically involves several hours in the air, often with connections, to reach your destination.

For cheap flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, fares are typically $219–$391, with a median of $327. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can sometimes be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro? The data shows that July is the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of just $117. Following closely are April, with a median fare of $146, and June, with a median fare of $161. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries from Recife to Rio de Janeiro connect at least once, with only 29.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights are available, you are more likely to find options that include at least one layover.

How long is the flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 5h 15m. This duration accounts for the time spent in the air as well as any layovers, which are common on this route given the prevalence of connecting flights.

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

Regular price: $190 - $405

Prices for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is typically between $190 and $405. The current lowest deal is $137 with City Connexion Airlines, for travel from Nov 19-Nov 21.

now $137

Low $190

High $405

The cheapest time to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is July, with a median price of 117 USD. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of 420 USD. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $117

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $420

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Direct flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

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Last-minute flights going from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - Rio de Janeiro

Recife (REC) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

City Connexion Airlines

$445

$203

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - Rio de Janeiro

Recife (REC) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$526

$244

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - Rio de Janeiro

Recife (REC) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

City Connexion Airlines

$361

$156

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - Rio de Janeiro

Recife (REC) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

City Connexion Airlines

$332

$158

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - Rio de Janeiro

Recife (REC) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$442

$211

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

REC - Rio de Janeiro

Recife (REC) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

LATAM Chile

$474

$216

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$533 → $142

73%

3 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 16

$530 → $145

73%

4 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 7

$543 → $243

55%

3 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 14

$533 → $235

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Recife - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are priced above the typical level at $137.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, with a median price of $117.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 5h 15m

The median flight time from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is 5 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 29.7% of recent flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

City Connexion Airlines offers a deal at $137

City Connexion Airlines has a deal for $137 from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in November.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Recife main airports to depart from

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International (REC)

Cheapest

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport is a good option for flights to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~10 km from Recife (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$134

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport is a good option for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro.

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

💸 Flights from ~$134

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport is an alternative for travelers flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$287

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont Airport is a convenient choice for arrivals from Recife to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$193

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

This airport is a primary international gateway, offering the most extensive route network and flight frequency.

📍 ~340 km from destination city (reachable by flight or 5-6 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$113

São Paulo–Congonhas (CGH)

This major domestic hub provides high-frequency connections and is conveniently located within São Paulo.

📍 ~360 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$139

Tancredo Neves International (CNF)

This major hub for Minas Gerais offers significant domestic and some international connectivity with less congestion.

📍 ~340 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$150

Viracopos International (VCP)

This modern international airport is a main hub for Azul, offering unique regional connections and growing capacity.

📍 ~410 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$143

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed to be around $126. Booking 14-27 days out sees a slight increase to an average of $149, while prices tend to rise significantly to $262 for bookings made 60 or more days in advance. These trends are based on observations across a trailing 90-day period.

A flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is generally considered cheap if it is priced at or below $219. This threshold represents the lower quartile of prices observed over a trailing 90-day period. The median price for this route has been $327, with 75% of fares typically falling below $391. Travelers can use the $219 figure as a benchmark for securing a good value.

Historically, July has been the cheapest month to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro, with a median price of $117. April also offers competitive fares, showing a median price of $146. June is another favorable month, with a median price of $161. These insights are based on pricing trends observed over a 270-day period, where the annual median price was $327.

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