Flying from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is one hour behind Recife, where Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located. Toronto observes the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your REC to Toronto flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
REC is about 8 kilometres from central Recife. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to REC? If you're catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, data shows 79.3% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto flight is $830. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,705. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from REC to Toronto if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Travel at your own speed with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Toronto and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before your flight from REC to Toronto can help you get the best possible rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
The journey will take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Kick back and get cosy after your REC to Toronto flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Hertz, National and Avis.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ can help you lock in a better rate.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto has touched down. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take around 4 hours 5 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel close to YKF. Get settled at one of these options after your REC to Toronto flight:
Take control of the next part of your trip with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are some companies you can book with.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto is a smart way to go. As well as better prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Toronto in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from REC to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Toronto, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its top sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.