Travelling from London to Recife International Airport (REC): What you need to know
Recife International Airport is located in Recife. The city is in the UTC-3 timezone and is three hours behind London.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to REC.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from London to Recife International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to REC flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
London Gatwick Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights out of here land when expected.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Recife International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near London Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a reliable starting point for your adventure.
About Recife International Airport (REC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to REC if you're catching a late flight from London to Recife International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your London to Recife International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Recife International Airport (REC) to central Recife
From Recife International Airport, central Recife is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Recife International Airport (REC)
$757 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Recife International Airport. Return flights start from $1,526. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to REC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your London to Recife International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Recife International Airport (REC)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Recife International Airport (REC). January is the busiest month to travel to Recife. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
Book a London to REC plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Recife to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
August sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Recife International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Recife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Recife right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Recife International Airport:
Convent of Sao Francisco and Jardim Botânico are just two of the big attractions to put on your Recife travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Church Our Lady of Health.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Recife. Around 177 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
Natal is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north of Recife. No trip is complete without visiting Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.