Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is four hours behind Recife.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your REC to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, 352 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 716 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from REC to SFO, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Of the flights that depart from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, 79.3% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Recife to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to REC:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
Reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit San Francisco. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from REC to SFO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.