Travelling from Mendoza Airport (MDZ) to Recife Airport (REC): what you need to know
Recife's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Mendoza.
Leave enough time to catch your MDZ to REC flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mendoza Airport (MDZ) to Recife Airport (REC)
241 € is currently the best price for a one-way Mendoza Airport to Recife Airport flight. Return flights start from 457 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MDZ to REC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Mendoza Airport to Recife Airport.
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Handy information about Mendoza Airport (MDZ)
Of the flights that depart from Mendoza Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Mendoza Airport from central Mendoza, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near MDZ? If you've booked an early flight from Mendoza Airport to Recife Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Recife Airport (REC)
Reserve a hotel close to REC if you have a late Mendoza Airport to Recife Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Recife Airport rental car and discover Recife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Recife Airport about two weeks before your trip.
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.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Recife Airport (REC)
The quietest month for a flight from Mendoza Airport to Recife Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Recife based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Mendoza Airport to Recife Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MDZ to REC in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south-west of Recife, a visit to Maceio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
If you're eager to discover another side of Brazil, consider Natal, roughly 257 kilometres north of Recife. Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte are key highlights.