Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 14 hours ahead of Recife.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your REC to SYD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Currently, $2,417 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,780. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from REC to SYD, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from REC to SYD.
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Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
When it comes to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.3% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Recife. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near REC? If you're catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from REC to SYD sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.