Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is three hours ahead of Recife.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your REC to OPO flight.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Porto Airport flight is 213 €. A return plane ticket is currently 469 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from REC to OPO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Porto Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, data shows 79.3% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport from central Recife, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch 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 Porto Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Porto Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Porto Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and venture far and wide through Porto and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Porto Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Porto Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Porto. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Porto Airport for August if you want to go to Porto during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from REC to OPO in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres south of Porto, a visit to Lisbon will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Amadora is another standout destination in Portugal and is around 274 kilometres south of Porto. No trip is complete without experiencing Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.