Travelling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Recife Airport (REC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 55 minutes.
Recife is two hours ahead of Orlando and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your MCO to REC flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Azul Airlines is your gateway to discovering Recife (and maybe even some other great corners of Brazil!). Check out the direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Azul Airlines.
With 75.0% of services landing on schedule, Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MCO to REC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Recife Airport (REC)
At the moment, 293 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 618 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from MCO to REC, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orlando International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Recife Airport (REC)
If you're landing on a late Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near REC:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Recife Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Recife's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Recife Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Recife Airport (REC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Recife in March.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Orlando International Airport to Recife Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCO to REC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Recife, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Travel about 193 kilometres south-west to Maceio to check off its top attractions. From Jatiuca Beach to Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Natal is another must-experience 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.