Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Recife is four hours behind Amsterdam and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to REC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Right now, £289 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £591. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from AMS to REC, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 14 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near AMS:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Pick up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and discover Recife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to central Recife has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Recife. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AMS to REC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered after you've seen Recife. Around 120 miles away to the south-west, popular attractions include Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Brazil, head for Natal, about 160 miles north of Recife. Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas are the start of reasons to visit.