Travelling from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is 50 minutes.
Maceio and Recife are in the UTC-3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from MCZ to REC start at 00:30 — the earliest with Azul. The latest departure is at 21:30 with Azul. In total, you can take your pick of 42 weekly Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your MCZ to REC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Azul is your gateway to exploring Recife (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Brazil!). Browse the direct flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Azul on this route.
With an impressive 90.36% of services landing on schedule, Azul is the most punctual carrier operating MCZ to REC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight is 46 €. A round-trip fare right now is 100 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MCZ to REC.
The cheapest month for flights from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (MCZ)
Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MCZ arrive on schedule 80.68% of the time.
Central Maceio to Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MCZ? If you've booked an early flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
If you're landing on a late Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near REC:
Explore without limits with a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and find adventure across Recife and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to central Recife has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Recife. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Maceio-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Recife, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCZ to REC sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Recife. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.
Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another favourite stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.