Travelling from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) taking off from here.
Recife is 1 hour ahead of Philadelphia. Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located in Recife, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
Your flight from Philadelphia to REC won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're travelling during a popular month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during vacation periods like summer and spring break.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from central Philadelphia to PHL is around 19 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
About 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 flight from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
From Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, Recife is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 17 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
C$507 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,151. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to lock in flight tickets from Philadelphia to REC. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
June is the most popular month to board a flight from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Recife, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Philadelphia to REC for March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Recife to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in August when temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC.
More about Recife
Start your Recife trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Centro Cultural dos Correios and Embaixada dos Bonecos Gigantes are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Recife itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Igreja Batista Pentecostal Do Alto Miramar.
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