Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife from US$81

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife (RIO-REC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Azul Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$81 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. GIG to REC on Wed, Dec 9), while Azul Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$140 departing on Fri, Nov 27 and returning on Mon, Nov 30.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife with the following airlines, including: Azul Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  It takes about 2 hours 47 minutes to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife.

• When is the best time to book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 49 flight per week flying from Rio de Janeiro to Recife. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Azul: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AD2641 (12:02)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  To find best deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Dec 9, with one-way flights priced at just US$81.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Azul Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Recife travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to Recife (REC) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife on?

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife on October 23, 2026 with Azul, with prices starting at US$131.

• Which airports fly into Recife from Rio de Janeiro?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Recife: Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC). Flying from Galeão International Airport to Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (GIG-REC) is by far the most common option on this route.

• Is there any time difference between Rio de Janeiro and Recife?

  The time difference between Recife and Rio de Janeiro is 0m.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is US$163. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Rio de Janeiro to Recife is US$312. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife on Trip.com?

  Enter Rio de Janeiro and Recife, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Rio de Janeiro to Recife route?

  Azul and Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to Recife. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.