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Rio de Janeiro.117 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Recife on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 117 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.131 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas and Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Recife on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 131 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.141 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.141 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas and Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Recife on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.146 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Recife on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 146 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.146 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Recife on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 146 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.146 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Recife on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 146 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.146 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Recife on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 146 €, select.

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Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Recife to Rio de Janeiro below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Recife to Rio de Janeiro: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	117 €
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airline	TAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week	239

Finding cheap flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

The best price we found for a return flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is 117 €. 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 Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

2 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Which airlines fly direct from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

TAP Air Portugal, Copa and GOL Linhas Aéreas fly direct from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

How many flights are there a week from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

As of September 2025, there are 194 flights per week flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

The cheapest month to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport on Thursday, 30 October 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 58 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Rio de Janeiro Internacional?

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 Rio de Janeiro Internacional 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 Rio de Janeiro?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rio de Janeiro is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional with?

Currently, GOL Linhas Aéreas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Flying from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Rio De Janeiro's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Recife.
Each week, there are 157 Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 02:45 Azul flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:15 with Azul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your REC to GIG flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Rio De Janeiro (and then other destinations in Brazil) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Most passengers choose to fly with Azul on this route.
With an impressive 96.61% of services landing on schedule, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time record for REC to GIG flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

Right now, 75 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 117 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from REC to GIG.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from REC to GIG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Of the departures from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, 79.3% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport from central Recife, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near REC? If you're catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

If you have a late Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Hit the road running by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida to explore Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

July is the busiest month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Rio De Janeiro in May.
When booking your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from REC to GIG in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.

Explore more of Brazil

You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey around 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to tick off its top sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.