Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Recife is eight hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your MAA to REC flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight is £708. A return fare right now is £1,515. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAA to REC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that depart Chennai Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MAA:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near REC:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Recife's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 10 miles from central Recife. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
January is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Recife in April.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to REC around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Brazil just waiting to be explored. Around 120 miles south-west of Recife, a visit to Maceio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like 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. No visit is complete without checking out Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.
