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Flight deals from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 165 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Rio de Janeiro.136 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Recife on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 136 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.165 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 165 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.166 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Wed, 6 Jan.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Recife on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.177 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 177 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.179 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 179 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.183 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 183 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.187 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 187 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.188 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 188 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.189 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 189 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.192 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 192 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.193 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Recife on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 193 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.198 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 198 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.202 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 202 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.205 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 205 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.205 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 205 €, select.

Rio de Janeiro.207 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Azul Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas.Outbound indirect flight with Azul Airlines, departs from Recife on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Inbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From 207 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Recife to Rio de Janeiro Internacional flights are currently cheapest in December.

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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	136 €
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	2 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airline	TAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week	334

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 136 €. 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 59 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, Aerolíneas Argentinas and Copa 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 July 2026, there are 342 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 December.

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 Wednesday, 9 December 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 59 minutes.

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

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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 and Azul Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Rio de Janeiro Internacional.

Flying from Recife Airport (REC) to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport.
Recife and Rio de Janeiro share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Every week, there are 56 Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, pick the 02:55 Azul flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:55 with Gol.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your REC to GIG flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Rio de Janeiro (and then other corners of Brazil) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Azul Airlines.
LATAM Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for REC to GIG flights, with 96.61% of its services arriving on schedule.

Handy information about Recife Airport (REC)

Recife Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from REC land on schedule 82% of the time.
Recife Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Recife. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to REC? If you're boarding an early flight from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

If you're arriving on a late Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near GIG:
Travel at your own speed with a Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience more of Rio de Janeiro and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport about four weeks before travelling.

When to fly to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Rio de Janeiro. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Recife Airport to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport for February if you want to visit Rio de Janeiro during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from REC to GIG in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Brazil

Rio de Janeiro has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a visit to Sao Paulo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are highlights.