Airports near Recife
REC・JPA・CAU・CPV・MCZ
What airports are closest to Recife?
Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) is the closest facility at 9.2 km, offering a convenient connection to the city center via the metro in about 35 minutes. For those landing further away, Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) lies 101.7 km from Recife and typically requires a 2 hour interstate bus trip. Caruaru Airport (CAU) is 126.7 km away, with bus connections taking around 2 hours 45 minutes. Further inland, Joao Suassuna Airport (CPV) is situated 141.9 km from the center, often involving a 4 hour journey by road. Finally, Maceió–Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) is the most distant at 190.1 km, where travelers should expect at least a 6 hour trip when using public transport options. Search for flights to Recife and book hotels in Recife, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Recife: REC, JPA, CAU, CPV and MCZ.
Airports Near Recife: Key Information
Number of airports in Recife
1
Closest airport to the city center
Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Distance
9.2 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 30 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Compare domestic and international airports near Recife.
Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport
Distance: 9.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Recife Metro (Linha Sul)
Cheapest
35 minutes - 40 minutes
BRL 4.25
Budget
Local bus (Line 26)
30 minutes - 45 minutes
BRL 4.10
Balanced
Special Airport Taxi
Fastest
20 minutes - 30 minutes
BRL 60.00
Comfort
Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport
Distance: 101.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Interstate Coach
Cheapest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
BRL 55.00-150.00
Budget
Interstate Taxi
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
BRL 650.00-800.00
Comfort
Private Rideshare
1 hour 35 minutes - 2 hours
BRL 500.00-700.00
Balanced
Caruaru Airport
Distance: 126.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Coach
Cheapest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
BRL 50.00-85.00
Budget
Intercity Taxi
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
BRL 650.00-800.00
Comfort
Private Transfer
1 hour 35 minutes - 2 hours
BRL 110.00-150.00
Balanced
Joao Suassuna Airport
Distance: 141.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Coach
Cheapest
3 hours 20 minutes - 4 hours
BRL 45.00-90.00
Budget
Intercity Taxi
Fastest
2 hours 20 minutes - 3 hours
BRL 700.00-900.00
Comfort
Private Shuttle
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
BRL 550.00-750.00
Balanced
Maceió–Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport
Distance: 190.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Interstate Coach
Cheapest
4 hours 50 minutes - 6 hours 10 minutes
BRL 95.00-180.00
Budget
Interstate Taxi
Fastest
3 hours - 4 hours
BRL 800.00-1100.00
Comfort
Private Transfer
3 hours 20 minutes - 4 hours 20 minutes
BRL 700.00-1000.00
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near Recife
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Recife
For the vast majority of travelers, Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) is the only logical choice. It is the only airport located within the city of Recife itself, providing efficient domestic and international access with a direct metro link to the downtown area. All other airports on this list serve neighboring cities and require significant ground travel to reach the capital. Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) serves the city of João Pessoa and is best if you find significantly cheaper flights. Caruaru Airport (CAU) is a regional hub for the Agreste region; Joao Suassuna Airport (CPV) serves Campina Grande; and Maceió–Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) serves Maceió. If you land at these airports, expect a multi-hour bus or taxi journey to reach Recife. Plan your ground transport in advance, especially for the longer intercity routes, as transit frequencies can vary significantly.
Hotels near Recife airport
Breakfast
Great128 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|5.56km from city center
The hotel is well located, but in four nights, the sheets were never changed. The towels were changed daily, and the room was cleaned daily, but the sheets were never changed. There was a stain on the sheet that I found every night when I went to bed. There was also a lack of professionalism from some of the breakfast staff.FromUS$95
Amazing43 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|8.98km from city center
The stay was fine—nothing to write home about. But let’s be clear: this is five-star in theory only. Charging guests for coffee in the morning? Bold move. Nothing says “luxury experience” like being nickel-and-dimed for a cup of instant caffeine. Honestly, I’ve stayed at roadside motels with more generous hospitality. Maybe next time they’ll start charging for tap water too—just to keep the five-star illusion alive.FromUS$88
Good236 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|7.65km from city center
The hotel is well located in the neighborhood and has paid parking. The breakfast is adequate for some, but the cleaning is lacking. It is only cleaned as far as the eye can see. Behind the beds you can see the real thing, including trash and remains from previous guests. Another addendum is the comfort of the room. If you plan on staying in the room part of the time during your trip, forget it. The TV only has 2 channels, no subtitles for the hearing impaired, and it is not a smart TV, which must be out of this world for this hotel.FromUS$27
1 Reviews
Recife|4.1km from city center
Nice Breakfast. Good location very near to the sea. Sufficient Parking lots. It is a good choice for you when you r travelling with your families.Very Good115 Reviews
Recife|4.14km from city center
Simplesmente fantástico, quarto com vista lindíssima da praia do pina , café da manhã com diversas variedades e atendentes super atenciosos !FromUS$81
Family friendly
Very Good122 Reviews
Recife|4.55km from city center
The hotel has a nice structure, however, I was given a room accessed by stairs. The elevator didn't reach my floor, which was the sixth. I got off on the fifth and went up two flights of stairs. Without luggage, it wasn't a problem. But getting in and out was a real inconvenience. The receptionist who greeted me barely looked at me and the room smelled musty. I expected more given the name and size of the hotel.FromUS$51
Very Good119 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|4.78km from city center
Hotel bem localizado, cafe da manhã excelente, quarto confortável, ótimo atendimento. Perto de bares, restaurantes, ponto de onibus, padaria e supermercado. Vista linda da piscina no último andar.
Recomendo.FromUS$58
Great124 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|8.17km from city center
I had a setback in my accommodation because I didn't have a bed for my son and when I checked in I made a new request (3:00 pm) and then arrived at the hotel at 10:00 pm, nothing was resolved, they brought a bed after a second complaint, with 2 fine sheets even when requesting blankets.FromUS$94
Great122 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|8.57km from city center
Hotel excepcional, serviços de primeira, desde nossa chegada com a recepcionista extremamente simpática, mensageiro muito solicito, todos os funcionários extremamente educados e receptivos. Café da manhã excelente, muito completo. O quarto grande, cama confortável king e roupa de cama limpa e de ótima qualidade. Área da piscina é simplesmente sensacional. Por fim, em Recife, sempre me hospedarei nesse maravilhoso hotel.FromUS$70
Very Good51 Reviews
Recife|4.14km from city center
Generally, this place has no breakfast, and the room is not as hygienic as a serious hotel, but it is better to have a sea view hahaha can alsoFromUS$95
5 star
Very Good104 Reviews
Recife|4.28km from city center
A pleasant and wide room, a clean bathroom, towels are exchanged every day. Unfortunately breakfast left unwanted, little option.
The collaborators are very careful.FromUS$63
Very Good72 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|6.39km from city center
The front desk has English service, belonging to a four-star hotel, downstairs pool and spa room, there is a 24-hour restaurant inside the hotel, the bar is very rich, often there are flight attendants and teams.FromUS$47
Great110 Reviews
Recife|3.43km from city center
Three star hotel, no surprises, unfriendly reception service from the receptionist, and poor coffee, but I would like to highlight the attention of the manager Rosário! Better than the Radisson in Recife, however I expected better hotels in the city.FromUS$84
Good29 Reviews
Boa Viagem Recife|6.81km from city center
Party and service of third parties, very poorly served, where it was necessary to present a very different charge of charge from the announced, between hotels with third parties;
The third provides a bad service “cycling”
as suggested to seek other partners;
Where we had to set the bikes in the middle of the walk;FromUS$81
Amazing117 Reviews
Recife|1.56km from city center
The room is not too big but enough. It is a bit inconvenient for Chinese people who like to drink hot water. There is no electric kettle in the room. In fact, there seems to be no water. But you can let the hotel send it. The small electric kettle has so many hundreds of ml. The breakfast variety is OK, enough, divided into two parts of the dining area, it should be more practical during the peak period. Slippers are not available. The pillow looks a bit high, but it is quite comfortable to sleep, and the mattress is not bad. One feature of his house is that a light on the TV will ring after knocking on the door. Overall not bad, four-star European standard hotel.FromUS$146
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Recife?
The nearest airport to Recife is Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), about 9.2 km away.Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA) (101.7 km), Caruaru Airport (CAU) (126.7 km), Joao Suassuna Airport (CPV) (141.9 km) and Maceió–Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) (190.1 km).
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How long does it take to get from Recife to the airport?
Getting from Recife to Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) takes about 20 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How do I get to Recife?
We recommend flying into Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), which is approximately 9.2 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Special Airport Taxi, reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 30 minutes.
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How many airports does Recife have?
Recife has 5 airports: Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (JPA), Caruaru Airport (CAU), Joao Suassuna Airport (CPV) and Maceió–Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ).