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$137+ Cheap flights from Recife (REC) to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO)

REC — RIO
Sep 20 — Sep 271
Sun 9/20
Sun 9/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Recife Guararapes Intl to Rio de Janeiro are usually found in March or February, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

Wed 11/44:00 am -
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Sun 11/811:00 am -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 8/19$206
Fri 10/235:20 am -
1 stop7h 05m
Mon 10/262:55 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 8/16$269
Fri 9/45:20 am -
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Mon 9/76:30 am -
2 stops9h 35m
Deal found 8/20$272
Fri 12/113:40 am -
1 stop9h 55m
Wed 12/166:00 am -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 8/20$304
Wed 9/303:00 am -
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Tue 10/69:10 pm -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 8/19$319
Thu 8/209:10 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Mon 8/249:10 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 8/16$327
Wed 10/213:55 am -
1 stop6h 50m
Sun 10/256:25 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 8/17$330
Wed 11/43:40 am -
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Sun 11/89:25 am -
1 stop7h 45m
Deal found 8/18$332
Tue 9/1511:30 am -
1 stop4h 55m
Wed 9/307:20 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 8/17$342
Thu 9/172:40 am -
1 stop5h 00m
Sun 9/203:15 pm -
1 stop8h 15m
Deal found 8/17$344

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$206
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$137
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$230

Good round-trip deal

$301 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Thu 10/15

1:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 10/19

7:05 pm-2:10 am

1 stop7h 05m

$381

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Fri 10/30

4:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 11/2

4:35 pm-1:05 am

1 stop8h 30m

$411

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Sun 11/15

4:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Fri 11/20

7:20 pm-1:05 am

1 stop5h 45m

$444

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Thu 11/12

4:50 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 11/29

5:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$444

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Wed 9/16

3:55 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 9/22

3:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$464

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Tue 10/20

3:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sat 10/24

9:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$464
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RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Fri 9/11

5:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 25m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Thu 9/17

9:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$497

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Sun 12/13

4:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Mon 1/4

7:20 pm-1:05 am

1 stop5h 45m

$505

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Wed 12/16

4:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Tue 1/5

7:55 pm-1:05 am

1 stop5h 10m

$507

RecifeRio de Janeiro

REC Recife Guararapes Intl - SDU Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

RECSDU

Recife Guararapes Intl

Fri 9/25

5:20 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Sun 9/27

6:05 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 35m

$517

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro (average of $163). Flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Recife to Rio de Janeiro at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 67% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

The most flights from REC to RIO are scheduled on a Wednesday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Recife to Rio de Janeiro flights typically cost between $179 and $289 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $206 on GOL (Nov 4-Nov 8).

How often are flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Recife and Rio de Janeiro have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Recife to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Recife to Rio de Janeiro flights?

Over the last year, Azul have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro is 83 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Azul and GOL from Recife to Rio de Janeiro to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Azul
7.9
Good
898 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
Azul
7.9
Good
898 reviews
Azul
7.9
Good
898 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,280 reviews
Azul
7.9
Good
898 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 15
10.0
Excellent

Dean,Jul 2025

CNF - FLL

The touch screens on the aircraft (A330 Neo) were terrible... they did not function properly, and the hand controller did not work much better. With much effort, I was able to view some content that I wanted to see. The "Map" function on the system was inoperative, as well. The only information you could get was the basic info about the flight (altitude, temperature, time-to-destination). Considering that this route takes you over top of one of the most amazing countries/regions in the world, it would have been nice to see the landmarks on a map.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 11 daily outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?

    Airlines like Azul and GOL fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in about 7h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1158 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro round-trip?

    Azul, at $154, was found to be the cheapest airline from Recife to Rio de Janeiro.. Users have found that Azul is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 Copa Airlines (96%), Avianca (94%) or Azul (94%) 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 $469, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $135. When looking at the most popular route, (Recife Guararapes Intl - Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont), you can expect to pay $346 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro (average of $163). Flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro in December is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 airline flying from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AzulCheapest$154Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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