Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Recife.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your REC to GVA flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Geneve Airport flight is R 7,671. A round-trip ticket is currently R 15,933. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from REC to GVA if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Geneve Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Of all flights departing from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, 79.3% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport from central Recife, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Geneve Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near REC:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
Book a hotel near GVA if you're catching a late Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Geneve Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Geneva's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Geneve Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Geneva. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Geneve Airport. March is the busiest month to head to Geneva. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in November.
When reserving your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Geneve Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from REC to GVA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Geneva, now it's time to explore more of Switzerland. Journey about 225 kilometres north-east to Zurich to tick off its top attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva, Basel is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.