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How much do flights to Recife cost?

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£55

Nonstop flights in April

£55 – £57

Most popular airline

Azul

Getting from Recife airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Best value: conventional bus and airport bus.

Recife is served by Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), located approximately 11 km south of the city center. The airport offers various airport transfers to city center destinations including taxis, ride-hailing services, conventional buses, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 20 to 45 minutes depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours. The city's metro system does not directly serve the airport, making ground transportation the primary option for travelers.

Transport Option

Typical time

Typical cost

Frequency

Best for

20-40 min

R$50-R$80 (metered fare; varies by destination and traffic)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

20-40 min

R$30-R$60 (app-based pricing; surge pricing may apply)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

40-60 min

R$4-R$5 (single fare; exact change recommended)

every 30–40 min (traffic dependent)

most affordable option

25-45 min

R$4-R$5 (single fare)

every 20–30 min (traffic dependent)

Boa Viagem beach area

20-40 min

R$100-R$180 (pre-booked; fixed price)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

20-40 min

R$120-R$250 (per day; varies by vehicle type)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

exploring the region

Notes:

  • Prices in BRL (Brazilian Real); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Ride-hailing pickup is located at designated areas outside the arrivals terminal.
  • Traffic in Recife can be heavy during rush hours (7–9 AM and 5–8 PM), significantly affecting journey times.
  • Taxis from the airport use meters; agree on the fare or confirm meter use before departure.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Recife

Depart from
Paulo Afonso
Arrive to
Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International
Average flights per week
3
Flight distance
392 km

Check-in for a flight from Paulo Afonso to Recife

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AzulAZUADYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Recife

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January29°C24°C
February30°C25°C
March30°C25°C
April30°C24°C
May29°C24°C
June28°C23°C
July27°C22°C
August27°C22°C
September27°C23°C
October28°C23°C
November29°C24°C
December29°C24°C
Hottest Month
30°C
March
Coldest month
22°C
August
Sunny days
285
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Apr
89%
29°C25°C
18 Apr
88%
29°C25°C
Sunday
12 Apr
88%
29°C25°C
19 Apr
87%
30°C26°C
Monday
13 Apr
86%
29°C25°C
20 Apr
88%
29°C25°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
86%
29°C25°C
21 Apr
89%
29°C25°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
88%
29°C25°C
22 Apr
88%
25°C24°C
Thursday
16 Apr
87%
28°C25°C
23 Apr
87%
29°C25°C
Friday
17 Apr
85%
29°C25°C
24 Apr
79%
30°C26°C
The distance between Paulo Afonso and Recife is 392 km. The most popular airline for this route is Azul. Paulo Afonso and Recife have 3 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Paulo Afonso to Recife?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Paulo Afonso and Recife takes around 1.2 hours.
What is the flight distance between Paulo Afonso and Recife?
The flight distance between Paulo Afonso and Recife is 392 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Paulo Afonso and Recife?
Several carriers operate flights between Paulo Afonso and Recife. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Azul.
What are the most popular routes to and from Paulo Afonso?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Paulo Afonso and Copenhagen, São Luís.
What are the most popular routes to and from Recife?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Recife and Dublin, London, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Malta, Fortaleza, Manchester, Petrolina, Vitória, Espírito Santo, Macapá, Lisbon, Singapore, Foz do Iguaçu, Caracas, Belfast, Brasília, Berlin, Manaus, Uberlândia.
What airports are near Recife?
The main airport in Recife is Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International. It is also served by Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International, Zumbi dos Palmares International, Presidente Castro Pinto International, Campina Grande.
Which airlines fly between Paulo Afonso and Recife?
Currently, you can fly between Paulo Afonso and Recife with Azul.
When’s the best time to travel between Paulo Afonso and Recife?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Paulo Afonso and Recife, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Paulo Afonso and Recife?
Traveling between Paulo Afonso and Recife, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
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What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Paulo Afonso and Recife depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Paulo Afonso and Recife arrive?
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