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Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport flight
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Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport Flights Info

Cheapest one-way
JPY 15,400
Azul Airlines Azul Airlines 2h 55m · Nonstop Tue, Jan 26
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Cheapest round-trip
JPY 25,140
Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes 5h 45m · 2 stops Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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Flight news

INMET has issued a weather alert for Rio de Janeiro starting November 14, 2026, at 00:00. The area faces rainfall between 20 and 30 mm/h or up to 50 mm/day, intense winds of 40–60 km/h, and hail. There is a low risk of power outages, crop damage, falling tree branches, and flooding.

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When to travel
December
Cheapest

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from JPY 15,400 and round-trip from JPY 25,230. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Displayed flight fares from Recife to Rio de Janeiro are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport is Azul Airlines (from JPY 15,400) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, July is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport, with an average price of JPY 37,320. In contrast, May is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching JPY 62,640.

JPY 62,640
JPY 49,980
JPY 37,320
JPY 24,660
    Cheapest
  • JPY 39,980
    Nov
  • JPY 48,390
    Dec
  • JPY 48,080
    Jan
  • JPY 37,370
    Feb
  • JPY 51,750
    Mar
  • JPY 45,000
    Apr
  • JPY 62,640
    May
  • JPY 43,300
    Jun
  • JPY 37,320
    Jul
  • JPY 44,270
    Aug
  • JPY 37,750
    Sep
  • JPY 38,640
    Oct

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport, the best time to buy is in December, with an average price of JPY 21,160. You’ll want to avoid January, when the average price can reach as high as JPY 48,180.

JPY 48,180
JPY 34,670
JPY 21,160
JPY 7,650
    Cheapest
  • JPY 30,760
    Nov
  • JPY 21,160
    Dec
  • JPY 48,180
    Jan
  • JPY 34,470
    Feb
  • JPY 37,360
    Mar
  • JPY 29,390
    Apr
  • JPY 37,640
    May
  • JPY 21,370
    Jun
  • JPY 24,350
    Jul
  • JPY 32,610
    Aug
  • JPY 27,760
    Sep
  • JPY 32,250
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport is Monday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Saturday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

JPY 35,760
JPY 32,235
JPY 28,710
JPY 25,185
  • JPY 28,710
    Mon
  • JPY 29,820
    Tue
  • JPY 29,910
    Wed
  • JPY 33,250
    Thu
  • JPY 31,870
    Fri
  • JPY 35,760
    Sat
  • JPY 34,320
    Sun

What is the flight schedule from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. AD4625

    3:50 PM

    REC

    3h

    6:50 PM

    GIG

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  2. AD2990

    11:50 PM

    REC

    3h

    2:50 AM

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
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  3. AD5024

    8:40 AM

    REC

    3h

    11:40 AM

    GIG

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  4. LA3375

    2:30 AM

    REC

    3h 20m

    Nonstop

    5:50 AM

    GRU

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  5. LA3193

    6:40 AM

    GRU

    1h

    Nonstop

    7:40 AM

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  6. LA3425

    5:20 PM

    REC

    2h 40m

    Nonstop

    8:00 PM

    BSB

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  7. LA3780

    9:30 PM

    BSB

    1h 45m

    Nonstop

    11:15 PM

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  8. LA3123

    3:40 AM

    REC

    2h 40m

    Nonstop

    6:20 AM

    BSB

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  9. LA3728

    8:05 AM

    BSB

    1h 45m

    Nonstop

    9:50 AM

    GIG

    - M T W T F S
  10. LA4778

    11:50 AM

    REC

    1h 25m

    Nonstop

    1:15 PM

    FOR

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  11. LA3517

    2:10 PM

    FOR

    3h 20m

    Nonstop

    5:30 PM

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  12. AD2891

    12:50 PM

    REC

    3h 15m

    Nonstop

    4:05 PM

    VCP

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  13. AD4040

    6:55 PM

    VCP

    1h 5m

    Nonstop

    8:00 PM

    GIG

    S M T W T - S
  14. AD2331

    8:55 AM

    REC

    3h 15m

    Nonstop

    12:10 PM

    VCP

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  15. AD4449

    11:20 PM

    VCP

    1h 5m

    Nonstop

    12:25 AM

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
  16. LA3733

    4:20 AM

    REC

    3h 20m

    Nonstop

    7:40 AM

    GRU

    S M T W T F S
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  17. LA3698

    10:25 AM

    GRU

    1h

    Nonstop

    11:25 AM

    GIG

    S M T W T F S
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FAQs for Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport?

    Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport takes about 2 hours 38 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 7 daily flights from Recife International Airport (REC) to Galeão International Airport (GIG).
  • The earliest flight from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport departs at 04:00, and the last departs at 23:50, with about 9 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Recife International Airport (REC) to Galeão International Airport (GIG) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around JPY 51,810 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Recife International Airport (REC) at 08:05 and arrives in Galeão International Airport (GIG) at 11:00.
  • The latest flight departs from Recife International Airport (REC) at 21:25 and arrives in Galeão International Airport (GIG) at 00:25.
    • The distance from Galeão International Airport to downtown is about 14 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Santos Dumont Airport to downtown is about 2 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Jacarepagua Airport to downtown is about 19 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
  • The closest airport to Galeão International Airport (GIG) is Santos Dumont Airport. The distance is around 15 km.
  • Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes is a very popular airline operating an average of 6636 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport currently start from JPY 17,290, and round-trip fares start from JPY 25,140. The current lowest fare is a Azul Airlines flight departing on Fri, Dec 25; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes and Azul operate direct flights from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 36 minutes, and around 44 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport is JPY 31,470. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes, Azul and Sky Airline are the most popular budget airlines flying from Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport, with one-way fares starting from JPY 17,290. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Recife International Airport to Galeão International Airport operates around 45 weekly flights, mainly by Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes and Azul. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Recife International Airport and Galeão International Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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