Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Recife's timezone is UTC-3, making Recife three hours behind London.
Your LGW to REC flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
₹ 38,379 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 94,296. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to REC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LGW to REC.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick 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 discover Recife and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Recife. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
January is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Recife in April.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Recife, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to REC in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. About 193 kilometres south-west of Recife, a trip to Maceio will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.
Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.