Flying from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Frankfurt. Check out your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when searching for a flight from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC).
The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Frankfurt. Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located in Recife.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to REC. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
FRA is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to REC flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53.13%.
About Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Consider staying in a hotel near REC if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Grab a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and discover Recife and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to the centre of Recife is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
R 7,623 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Return flights start from R 13,850. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Frankfurt to REC. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
April is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), while June is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Recife based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Frankfurt to REC plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Recife
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Recife:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea are leading attractions which should feature on any good Recife itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-west of Recife, a trip to Maceio will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Ponta Verde, Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Natal, roughly 257 kilometres north of Recife. Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte are key reasons to visit.
