Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is 11 hours behind Perth.
To ensure you catch your PER to REC flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Right now, $2,369 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $3,784. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from PER to REC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Perth Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
73.04% of flights departing from Perth Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Perth. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Perth Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PER:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Perth Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Recife's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Recife. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
January is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Recife in April.
Book your flight from Perth Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport for March if you want to explore Recife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to REC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Recife, now it's time to explore other parts of Brazil. Travel around 193 kilometres south-west to Maceio to check off its top sights. From Parque municipal de Maceio to Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Brazil, head for Natal, about 257 kilometres north of Recife. Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas are key reasons to visit.