Traveling from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
A direct flight from Carrasco International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport takes 4 hours 50 minutes, on average. Recife's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Montevideo.
Flights from Carrasco International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport start from 09:15 — the first with Azul. The last departure is the 15:35 option with Azul. Overall, you can take your pick of 2 services every week from MVD to REC.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Brazil, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MVD to REC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Carrasco International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is C$262. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$454. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap flight tickets from MVD to REC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
August is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Carrasco International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Montevideo, Carrasco International Airport can be reached in about 36 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 56 minutes.
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Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Consider booking a hotel close to REC if you're on a late flight from Carrasco International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to central Recife takes around 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 17 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Recife. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport for March if you'd like to explore 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 MVD to REC around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Recife
Start your Recife trip right by finding an amazing stay. Once you've booked your flight from MVD to REC, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Centro Cultural dos Correios, Embaixada dos Bonecos Gigantes and Igreja Batista Pentecostal Do Alto Miramar are must-visits when exploring Recife.
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