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

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Fortaleza to Recife: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Fortaleza to Recife below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Recife.

Fortaleza to Recife: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found113 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week52

Finding cheap flights from Fortaleza to Recife: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Fortaleza to Recife is 113 €. 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.
1 hour and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Fortaleza to Recife.
TAP Air Portugal, LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Fortaleza to Recife.
As of May 2025, there are 52 flights per week flying from Fortaleza to Recife.
The cheapest month to fly from Fortaleza to Recife is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fortaleza Airport to Recife Airport on Friday, 29 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 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 Recife 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 Recife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Recife.

Travelling from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

  • Fortaleza and Recife share the same timezone, UTC-3.

  • Each week, there are 47 Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, select the 00:55 Azul flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:25 with Azul.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your FOR to REC flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Azul has direct flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Recife — and maybe even more of Brazil if time allows.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Azul.

  • With a reliable 84.21% of services landing on schedule, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier for FOR to REC flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight is 68 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 113 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from FOR to REC by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from FOR to REC.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

Handy information about Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)

  • Of all flights leaving Pinto Martins Airport, 79.85% land on time at their destination.

  • Pinto Martins Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Fortaleza. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to FOR? If you've booked an early flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife

  • Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Recife. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Recife. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Recife is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Pinto Martins Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from FOR to REC in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Recife has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south-west of Recife, a trip to Maceio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.

  • Natal is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north of Recife. No journey is complete without experiencing Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.

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