Travelling from Recife Airport (REC) to Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport is 2 hours.
Flights from REC to SLZ start from 12:55 — the first with Azul. The latest departure is at 22:40 with Azul. In total, you can take your pick of 11 weekly Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your REC to SLZ flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Sao Luiz (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a breeze with Azul Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Azul Airlines on this route.
Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates REC to SLZ flights. An impressive 91.67% of its services on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Recife Airport (REC) to Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ)
R 1,902 is currently the best price for a one-way Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,746. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from REC to SLZ if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from REC to SLZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport.
Handy information about Recife Airport (REC)
Recife Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from REC reach their destination without delay.
Recife Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Recife. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near REC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SLZ instead:
Explore without limits with a Sao Luiz Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and experience more of Sao Luiz and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sao Luiz Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ) to central Sao Luiz
Sao Luiz Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Sao Luiz. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Sao Luiz Airport (SLZ)
December is the most popular month for flights from Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Sao Luiz in March.
When booking your flight from Recife Airport to Sao Luiz Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Sao Luiz, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from REC to SLZ in July. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Luiz has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres west of Sao Luiz, a trip to Belem will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Bioparque Amazonia Safari, Bioparque Amazonia Crocodilo Safari Zoo and Amazon Ecomuseum.
Teresina is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Sao Luiz. No trip is complete without dropping by Meeting of the rivers, Convento Sao Benedito and Potycabana Park.