Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Toronto.
To ensure you get on your YYZ to REC flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
318 € is the lowest price for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Return flights start from 641 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YYZ to REC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
63.97% of flights that depart Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Pearson International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YYZ? If you're catching an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Pearson International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Grab a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and explore Recife and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
From Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, Recife is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Recife. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Recife, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to REC in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Recife. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.
Natal is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north of Recife. No trip is complete without visiting Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.