Flying from Recife Airport (REC) to Brasilia Airport (BSB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport.
Brasilia's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Recife.
Take your pick of 56 weekly Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport flights. The 03:30 departure with Gol is the earliest flight you can take. Azul operates the last service of the day at 20:15.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your REC to BSB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport available through various airlines, flying to Brasilia (and then other destinations in Brazil) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Azul Airlines.
With a reliable 91.18% of services landing on schedule, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time record for REC to BSB flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Recife Airport (REC) to Brasilia Airport (BSB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport flight is C$102. A return fare is currently C$162. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from REC to BSB, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Recife Airport (REC)
Recife Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from REC make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To reach Recife Airport from central Recife, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near REC:
Arriving at Brasilia Airport (BSB)
Consider staying in a hotel near BSB if you're on a late Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Brasilia Airport rental car and discover Brasilia and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Unidas and Movida are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Brasilia Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Brasilia Airport (BSB)
The quietest month for a flight from Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Brasilia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Recife Airport to Brasilia Airport for September if you'd like to go to Brasilia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from REC to BSB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Brasilia has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-west of Brasilia, a visit to Goiania will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Art de Goiania, Vaca Brava Park and Jardim Botânico de Goiânia.
If you're ready to explore another side of Brazil, consider Uberlandia, roughly 370 kilometres south of Brasilia. Monumento a Zumbi dos Palmares, Indigenous Museum and Waterfall Bom Jardim are key reasons to visit.