Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Recife's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Recife three hours behind Manchester.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to REC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight is R 12,818. A return plane ticket is currently R 14,367. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAN to REC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAN to REC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MAN:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Reserve a hotel close to REC if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and explore Recife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
From Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, Recife is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
January is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Recife in April.
When reserving your flight from Manchester Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Recife, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to REC in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Recife. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.
Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.
