Travelling from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when planning your flight from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC).
Recife is four hours ahead of Los Angeles. Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located in Recife, which runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
Your flight from Los Angeles to REC won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport has a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can arrive at VNY from central Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Los Angeles to REC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Recife's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Central Recife is around 8 kilometres from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is 275 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 604 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to REC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Recife. June is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Los Angeles to REC plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Recife to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Recife
Start your Recife trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea are essential stops on your Recife itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Recife, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey around 177 kilometres south-west to Maceio to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ponta Verde to Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience major highlights starting with Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.
