Travelling from Cuiaba Airport (CGB) to Recife Airport (REC): what you need to know
The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Cuiaba.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CGB to REC flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cuiaba Airport (CGB) to Recife Airport (REC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cuiaba Airport to Recife Airport flight is £54. A return plane ticket is currently £113. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from CGB to REC, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Cuiaba Airport (CGB)
Cuiaba Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart CGB reach their destination without delay.
Central Cuiaba to Cuiaba Airport is around 11 kms (7 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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Arriving at Recife Airport (REC)
If you have a late Cuiaba Airport to Recife Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near REC:
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Reserving your ride from Recife Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Recife Airport (REC) to central Recife
From Recife Airport, Recife is approximately 11 kms (7 miles) away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Recife Airport (REC)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cuiaba Airport to Recife Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Recife. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Cuiaba Airport to Recife Airport for March if you want to explore Recife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGB to REC in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Recife, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey about 193 kms (120 miles) south-west to Maceio to tick off its must-visit sights. From Jatiuca Beach to Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Natal is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 257 kms (160 miles) north of Recife. No trip is complete without a visit to Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.