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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 649 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Recife.574 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 574 €, select.

Recife.595 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 595 €, select.

Recife.595 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar, returning Sat, 27 Mar.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Recife on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 595 €, select.

Recife.597 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 597 €, select.

Recife.599 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 599 €, select.

Recife.602 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Wed, 19 May.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Recife on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 602 €, select.

Recife.602 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Recife on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 602 €, select.

Recife.602 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Recife on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 602 €, select.

Recife.602 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Recife on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 602 €, select.

Recife.624 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 624 €, select.

Recife.636 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 636 €, select.

Recife.648 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 648 €, select.

Recife.649 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 649 €, select.

Recife.669 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 22 Jun.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Tue, 22 Jun, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 669 €, select.

Recife.672 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Iberia and Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 672 €, select.

Recife.681 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 681 €, select.

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Madrid to Recife: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	574 €
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	8 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airline	Cathay Pacific
Average flights per week	27

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Recife: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Madrid to Recife?

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Recife is 574 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Madrid to Recife?

8 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Recife.

Which airlines fly direct from Madrid to Recife?

Cathay Pacific, Iberia and Qatar Airways fly direct from Madrid to Recife.

How many flights are there a week from Madrid to Recife?

As of August 2026, there are 27 flights per week flying from Madrid to Recife.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Recife?

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Recife is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport on Monday, 14 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 36 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Recife?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Recife?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Madrid Airport to Recife with?

Currently, Azul Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Recife.

Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Recife Airport (REC): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 35 minutes.
Recife's timezone is UTC-3, making Recife four hours behind Madrid.
Every week, there are five Madrid Airport to Recife Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your MAD to REC flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Iberia is your gateway to exploring Recife (and maybe even some other great corners of Brazil!). Check out the direct flights from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
With a reliable 83.33% of services arriving on schedule, Azul Airlines has the best on-time performance for MAD to REC flights.

Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)

77% of flights that leave from Madrid Airport make it to their destination on time.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Recife Airport (REC)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Madrid Airport to Recife Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Recife Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National to explore Recife and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Recife Airport about two weeks in advance.

Getting from Recife Airport (REC) to central Recife

Recife Airport to the centre of Recife has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Recife Airport (REC)

It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Recife. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to REC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Brazil

Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Recife. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
Natal is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north of Recife. No trip is complete without seeing Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.