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$80+ Cheap flights from Recife (REC) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
REC — RIO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Recife Guararapes Intl to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in August or May, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Recife (REC) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Expedia)

One-way from

$80
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$148

Good round-trip deal

$124 or less

Good one-way deal

$63 or less
From Recife Guararapes Intl to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)
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Cheapest flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/182:40 amREC - SDU
1 stop4h 35mAzul
Thu 9/251:45 pmSDU - REC
1 stop7h 20mAzul
Deal found 6/10$177
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:45 pmREC - SDU
1 stop12h 25mGOL
Tue 8/267:20 pmSDU - REC
1 stop5h 55mGOL
Deal found 6/11$202
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/134:30 pmREC - SDU
1 stop5h 10mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/95:00 pmSDU - REC
1 stop6h 10mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$268
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/133:20 amREC - SDU
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/142:20 pmSDU - REC
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$823

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro that are best for you.

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Recife

Fly to

Rio de Janeiro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC - SDU

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Thu 9/18

2:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop4h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 9/25

1:45 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$177

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC - SDU

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Thu 8/21

6:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop12h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 8/26

7:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop5h 55m

$202

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC - SDU

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Sat 9/13

4:30 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 11/9

5:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$268

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC - SDU

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Thu 7/3

3:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$80

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC - SDU

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Sun 10/5

5:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 30m

$101

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC - SDU

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Fri 8/15

3:20 am-1:50 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$128

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rio de Janeiro from Recife with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

How far ahead should I book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is 75 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from REC to RIO?

Find hourly flight availability from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 80% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Explore weekly flight availability from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from REC to RIO are scheduled on a Wednesday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 1.6 - 5.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. 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 Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Azul, LATAM Airlines and GOL from Recife to Rio de Janeiro by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
8.0
Very good
781 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
Azul
8.0
Very good
781 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
781 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
781 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,073 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
781 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

    Located just 5.8 mi from the city center, Recife Guararapes Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rio de Janeiro from Recife. Booking flights from Guararapes Intl (REC) to Rio de Janeiro should be relatively easy as there are 22 daily outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Azul, at $177, was found to be the cheapest airline from Recife to Rio de Janeiro.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include GOL and LATAM Airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Azul. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $80. Users have also found prices from $101 and $128 on GOL and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro consider choosing LATAM Airlines Brasil (100%), Air France (100%) or Delta (100%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

    While on average a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is generally $95, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $57. When looking at the most popular route, (Recife Guararapes Intl - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont), you can expect to pay $299 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Recife to Rio de Janeiro flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Recife to Rio de Janeiro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro (average of $755). Flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
GOLCheapest$103Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
AzulCheapest$135Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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