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Rio De Janeiro.$201 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$203 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $203, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$215 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $215, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$245 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$248 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$249 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$249 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.
Rio De Janeiro.$250 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Rio De Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from Rio De Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Recife to Rio De Janeiro

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Recife to Rio De Janeiro flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Direct flights from Recife to Rio De Janeiro

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Recife to Rio De Janeiro? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Recife to Rio De Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$201
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week211

Finding cheap flights from Recife to Rio De Janeiro: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Rio De Janeiro: Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, Rio De Janeiro Internacional and Jacarepaguá.
The best price we found for a return flight from Recife to Rio De Janeiro is $201. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Recife to Rio De Janeiro.
TAP Air Portugal, Aerolineas Argentinas and Copa fly direct from Recife to Rio De Janeiro.
As of April 2025, there are 211 flights per week flying from Recife to Rio De Janeiro.
The cheapest month to fly from Recife to Rio De Janeiro is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Recife Airport, the cheapest airport near Rio De Janeiro is Rio De Janeiro Internacional – which is 12.2 km away from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. We've found flights into this airport from $201.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Recife Airport to Rio De Janeiro on Friday, 30 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rio De Janeiro but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio De Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. February is typically the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 17°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio De Janeiro.

Flying from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • Rio De Janeiro and Recife (where Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.

  • With 157 flights a week between the two airports, Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the busiest route. Azul Airlines operates the earliest flight at 02:45. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from REC to GIG is with Azul Airlines at 23:15.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from REC to Rio De Janeiro. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Begin your trip at REC and end it at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).

  • There's a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, such as:

  • You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within Brazil. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist once you've booked your cheap tickets from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro.

  • REC is around 16 kilometres from central Recife. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 17 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near REC? If you're catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Rio De Janeiro

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro is $91. The cheapest price for a return flight is $201. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap tickets from REC to Rio De Janeiro, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from REC to Rio De Janeiro every day.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to the centre of Rio De Janeiro takes around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

  • As soon as your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).

  • The journey will take roughly 16 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to rest your head close to SDU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from REC to Rio De Janeiro at any of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month for a trip to Rio De Janeiro. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Rio De Janeiro in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July has average temperatures of between 17ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from REC to Rio De Janeiro around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Rio De Janeiro

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