Flying from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Recife is one hour ahead of Atlanta and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ATL to REC flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Currently, R 6,052 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 12,493. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ATL to REC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
76.64% of flights that take off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport from central Atlanta, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ATL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Consider booking a hotel near REC if you're catching a late Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and discover Recife and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to central Recife has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
January is the most popular month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Recife in April.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ATL to REC in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Recife, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Maceio to tick off its must-visit sights. From Parque municipal de Maceio to Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Brazil, head for Natal, about 257 kilometres north of Recife. Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas are key reasons to visit.
