Cheap Flights from Lisbon (LIS) to Recife (REC)

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Recife.£510 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lisbon on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £510, select.

Recife.£510 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lisbon on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £510, select.

Recife.£510 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lisbon on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £510, select.

Recife.£510 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lisbon on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £510, select.

Recife.£544 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Air Europa and LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Lisbon on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Recife on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £544, select.

Recife.£552 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Lisbon on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Recife on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £552, select.

Recife.£565 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lisbon on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £565, select.

Recife.£575 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Lisbon on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Recife on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Lisbon.Price includes taxes and charges.From £575, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Recife

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lisbon to Recife flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Lisbon to Recife: Alternative routes

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Lisbon to Recife: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£510
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	7 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airline	TAP Air Portugal
Average flights per week	42

Finding cheap flights from Lisbon to Recife: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Lisbon to Recife?

The best price we found for a return flight from Lisbon to Recife is £510. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Lisbon to Recife?

7 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Lisbon to Recife.

Which airlines fly direct from Lisbon to Recife?

TAP Air Portugal, Azul Airlines and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Lisbon to Recife.

How many flights are there a week from Lisbon to Recife?

As of May 2025, there are 41 flights per week flying from Lisbon to Recife.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lisbon to Recife?

The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Recife is usually May 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to Recife Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to Recife Airport on Monday, 9 February 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Lisbon Airport to Recife Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Recife?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Recife but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Recife?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Recife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Lisbon Airport to Recife with?

Currently, Iberia and TAP Air Portugal offer the cheapest flight tickets to Recife.

Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know

Around 7 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
Recife's timezone is UTC-3, making Recife three hours behind Lisbon.
Each week, there are 11 Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, take the 16:35 TAP Portugal flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:40 with TAP Portugal.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LIS to REC flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Recife (and then exploring more of Brazil!) is a breeze with TAP Portugal. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is TAP Portugal.
TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier that operates LIS to REC flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Right now, £269 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £510. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from LIS to REC by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Finding cheap flights from LIS to REC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

64.1% of flights that take off from Lisbon Portela Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is around 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to LIS? If you've booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Book a hotel near REC if you're catching a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and explore Recife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife

Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to the centre of Recife has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Recife. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport for March if you want to go to Recife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to REC in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Brazil

Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored 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.
Around 160 miles north of Recife, Natal is another essential stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.