Travelling from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is 3 hours.
Sao Paulo and Recife are in the UTC-3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Choose from 45 weekly Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Azul is the earliest flight available. Azul operates the last service of the day at 23:10.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your VCP to REC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Azul is your gateway to exploring Recife (and perhaps some other great parts of Brazil!). Check out the direct flights from Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Azul on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating VCP to REC flights is Azul. Its services arrive as planned 79.24% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
₹ 9,858 is the lowest price for a one-way Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 19,127. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from VCP to REC by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from VCP to REC by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Viracopos Airport (VCP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Viracopos Airport, data shows 75.02% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Viracopos Airport from central Sao Paulo, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 97 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 3 hours 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near VCP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
If you're landing on a late Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near REC:
Explore without limits with a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and discover more of Recife and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks in advance 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 drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The quietest month for a flight from Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Recife based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Viracopos Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from VCP to REC in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced 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.
Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another favourite stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.

