Travelling from Vancouver to Recife International Airport (REC): What you need to know
Recife International Airport is located in Recife. The city runs on the UTC-3 timezone and is five hours ahead of Vancouver.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Vancouver to REC.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Recife International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 10 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base the day before your Vancouver to REC flight:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Recife International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Abbotsford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 68%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Recife International Airport (REC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Recife International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Pick up a Recife International Airport rental car and discover Recife and beyond with your own wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Recife International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Recife International Airport (REC) to central Recife
From Recife International Airport, central Recife is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Recife International Airport (REC)
Currently, R 8,298 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Recife International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 18,227. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Vancouver to REC, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Vancouver to Recife International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Recife International Airport (REC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. September is the quietest month to visit Recife. January is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Recife International Airport (REC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Vancouver to REC plane ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Recife to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Recife 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
Start your Recife trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Recife International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your Recife trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres southwest of Recife, a visit to Maceio will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Ponta Verde, Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Brazil, consider Natal, about 257 kilometres north of Recife. Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte are key reasons to visit.
