HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Recife

$440+ Cheap flights to Recife

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— REC
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights to Recife with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Flights to Recife in 2026

Cheapest flights to Recife
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Recife. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on August 2, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
2 stops47h 40m
GOL
Mon 8/319:45 pm
REC
-
JFK
2 stops58h 10m
GOL
Deal found 8/1$823
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1711:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
2 stops21h 05m
GOL
Fri 9/255:20 am
REC
-
JFK
2 stops18h 45m
GOL
Deal found 7/29$825
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
2 stops47h 40m
GOL
Wed 9/303:55 am
REC
-
JFK
2 stops18h 45m
GOL
Deal found 8/1$842
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
2 stops21h 05m
GOL
Sat 9/1212:15 pm
REC
-
JFK
2 stops19h 50m
GOL
Deal found 7/29$863
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
2 stops16h 05m
GOL
Sun 9/135:20 pm
REC
-
JFK
1 stop14h 45m
GOL
Deal found 7/29$868
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2411:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
1 stop21h 25m
GOL
Thu 9/1012:50 pm
REC
-
JFK
2 stops23h 43m
GOL
Deal found 7/30$873
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2411:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
1 stop25h 10m
GOL
Wed 9/95:15 am
REC
-
JFK
1 stop26h 40m
GOL
Deal found 7/31$874
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:00 pm
JFK
-
REC
2 stops47h 40m
GOL
Tue 9/293:40 am
REC
-
JFK
2 stops28h 15m
GOL
Deal found 8/1$878
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/272:48 pm
LGA
-
REC
2 stops32h 02m
GOL
Wed 9/303:55 am
REC
-
LGA
2 stops19h 54m
GOL
Deal found 8/1$890
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/271:00 pm
LGA
-
REC
2 stops20h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 9/294:15 pm
REC
-
LGA
2 stops23h 14m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/29$922
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/146:59 am
LGA
-
REC
2 stops18h 01m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 8/206:20 pm
REC
-
LGA
2 stops18h 34m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 8/1$923
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/177:50 pm
LGA
-
REC
2 stops37h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 9/242:45 am
REC
-
LGA
2 stops21h 01m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/29$948

Find flight deals to Recife

Find the latest flights to Recife in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on August 2, 2026.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$962

Round-trip from

$823

One-way from

$440
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($215 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
Search Deals
From New York to Recife Guararapes Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from New York to Recife Guararapes Intl (REC)
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Locate flights to Recife that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on August 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Recife that are best for you.

Fly from

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkRecife

JFK - REC

JFKREC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/24

11:00 pm-1:10 am

1 stop25h 10m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Wed 9/9

5:15 am-6:55 am

1 stop26h 40m

$874

New YorkRecife

LGA - REC

LGAREC

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/28

2:48 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops31h 52m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Wed 9/30

3:55 am-11:49 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$890

New YorkRecife

JFK - REC

JFKREC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/24

9:46 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 44m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Tue 9/29

5:15 am-5:29 am

1 stop25h 14m

$908

New YorkRecife

JFK - REC

JFKREC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/25

10:00 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Sun 11/29

2:30 am-5:10 am

1 stop28h 40m

$908

New YorkRecife

JFK - REC

JFKREC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/28

8:00 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Fri 11/6

2:35 pm-5:10 am

1 stop16h 35m

$908
Quickest round-trip

New YorkRecife

JFK - REC

JFKREC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/4

10:00 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Tue 11/10

6:05 pm-6:40 am

1 stop14h 35m

$908

New YorkRecife

JFK - REC

JFKREC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/26

8:30 pm-2:30 am

1 stop29h 00m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Fri 10/2

5:15 am-5:29 am

1 stop25h 14m

$908

New YorkRecife

JFK - REC

JFKREC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/28

9:46 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 44m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Sat 10/3

1:35 pm-5:29 am

1 stop16h 54m

$908

New YorkRecife

LGA - REC

LGAREC

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/27

1:00 pm-10:35 am

2 stops20h 35m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Tue 9/29

11:25 am-12:29 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$922

New YorkRecife

LGA - REC

LGAREC

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/14

6:59 am-2:00 am

2 stops18h 01m

Recife Guararapes Intl

Thu 8/20

6:20 pm-11:54 am

2 stops18h 34m

$923

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/28

Showing 1-10 of 48 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
5

Compare providers for flights to Recife

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Recife in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Recife flight deals, Cheapflights users have found Ovago to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Recife flight deals on Cheapflights and Ovago. This is based on searches made for Recife flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: Ovago is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Recife flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), Ovago has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Recife. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

Best time to book a flight to Recife

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Recife with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Recife

How long is the flight to Recife?

On average, a flight from New York to Recife takes 16 hours 57 minutes. Flights to Recife from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Recife?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Recife are GOL, American Airlines and LATAM Airlines.

GOL
GOL
From $397
Azul
Azul
From $518
LATAM Airlines
LATAM Airlines
From $496
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $530

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Recife?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Recife are American Airlines, LATAM Airlines and GOL.

Rainfall in Recife by month

Plan your trip to Recife by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Recife ranges from 0.8 - 11.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Recife when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Recife by month

Plan your trip to Recife by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Recife, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

The best insider tips for flights to Recife

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Recife trip
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on American Airlines

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Read more
John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Azul

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Read more
Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on LATAM Airlines

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

Read more
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Read more

Reviews of airlines servicing Recife

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Recife. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Recife. Reviews last updated August 2, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LATAM Airlines,GOL, andAmerican Airlines to Brazil. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,968 reviews

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,968 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,968 reviews

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,266 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,968 reviews

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,846 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,968 reviews

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

FAQs about flying to Recife

Getting around Recife, Brazil

Recife is easy to navigate via public transport, with the second largest metro network in Brazil serving 28 different stations across the city. Three lines operate daily from early morning to late evening, with both the airport and the beachfront located on the blue line. The city is also served by a wide-reaching bus line, the Sistema Estrutural Integrado (SEI). SEI offers 119 services, each integrated with the subway system at 13 points throughout the greater Recife metropolitan area.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Recife is served by Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC). Flights operate to Rio, Lisbon, Miami and Frankfurt throughout the year, with Lima served on a seasonal basis. Car hire is available at the airport, as are a number of private hire taxi firms. Bus services also run to and from Recife throughout operating hours.

Recife, Brazil Travel Information

  • Sharks are frequent visitors to the shores off Recife, and attacks are known to occur. Be sure to heed warnings posted by lifeguards.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Recife?

    If you book a flight to Recife, you will be flying into Guararapes Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Recife Guararapes Intl (REC) is located 5.8 mi from the center of Recife.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Recife if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Recife on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Recife?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, GOL is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Recife.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Recife?

    Recife Guararapes Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Recife. One-way flights to Recife Guararapes Intl typically cost $53, while round-trip flights cost around $117.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Recife?

    A round-trip flight to Recife will typically cost around $179, however they can be found for as little as $117.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Recife depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Recife, Orlando offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Recife Guararapes Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Recife Guararapes Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Recife Guararapes Intl?

    Yes. Recife Guararapes Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Vacation home next to the airport is the closest property to Recife Guararapes Intl (0.0 mi away from Recife Guararapes Intl).

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Recife?

Book flights to Recife if you plan to visit one of these locations
Porto de Galinhas

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
Site
©2026 Cheapflights