C$542 Cheap Flights from Lisbon (LIS) to Recife (REC)

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Flight deals from Lisbon to Recife

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lisbon Airport to Recife Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,378. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Recife

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lisbon to Recife flights are currently cheapest in August.

Which airlines fly from Lisbon to Recife?

Lisbon to Recife: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lisbon to Recife below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Recife.

Lisbon to Recife: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$542
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time7 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airlineTAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week60

Finding cheap flights from Lisbon to Recife: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lisbon to Recife is C$860. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Lisbon to Recife.
TAP Air Portugal, Azul Airlines and Finnair fly direct from Lisbon to Recife.
As of June 2026, there are 60 flights per week flying from Lisbon to Recife.
The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Recife is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to Recife Airport on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Recife but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Recife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cabo Verde Airlines and TAP Air Portugal offer the cheapest flight tickets to Recife.

Traveling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is 7 hours 40 minutes. Recife's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Recife 3 hours behind Lisbon.

  • Flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport start from 04:20 — the earliest with TAP Portugal. The latest departure is the 23:40 option with TAP Portugal. In total, you can take your pick of 11 services every week from LIS to REC.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Before organizing your cheap ticket from LIS to REC, check whether you need a visa to enter Brazil. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • C$542 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. A return flight starts from C$860. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap flight tickets from LIS to REC by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from LIS to REC is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • Lisbon Portela Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 59 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LIS:

Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife

  • Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to central Recife takes about 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • Traveling to the center by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 17 minutes.

When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Recife in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Recife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.

  • August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LIS to REC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Recife

  • After locking in your flights from LIS to REC, you'll need to find a place to stay in Recife. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Centro Cultural dos Correios, Embaixada dos Bonecos Gigantes and Igreja Batista Pentecostal Do Alto Miramar are major attractions which should feature on every Recife itinerary.

Complete your Recife trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Recife.

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