Flying from Maceio Airport (MCZ) to Recife Airport (REC): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Maceio Airport to Recife Airport.
Recife's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Maceio.
Every week, there are 12 Maceio Airport to Recife Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, jump on the 09:20 Azul flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with Azul.
Your MCZ to REC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Getting to Recife (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a cinch with Azul Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Maceio Airport to Recife Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Azul Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 91.29% of services arriving as planned, Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MCZ to REC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maceio Airport (MCZ) to Recife Airport (REC)
Currently, 62 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Maceio Airport to Recife Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 120 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MCZ to REC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Maceio Airport to Recife Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Maceio Airport (MCZ)
81% of flights leaving Maceio Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of MCZ.
To reach Maceio Airport from central Maceio, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to MCZ? If you're catching an early flight from Maceio Airport to Recife Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Recife Airport (REC)
If you're arriving on a late Maceio Airport to Recife Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near REC:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Recife Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Recife's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Recife Airport about two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Recife Airport (REC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Maceio Airport to Recife Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Recife in March.
Book your flight from Maceio Airport to Recife Airport for March if you want to go to Recife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCZ to REC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Recife, a trip to Maceio will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Brazil, head for Natal, roughly 257 kilometres north of Recife. Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte are key reasons to visit.