£398 Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Recife (REC)

Q: How much are return flights from Madrid to Recife?

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Recife is £398. 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.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Madrid to Recife?

8 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Recife.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Madrid to Recife?

Iberia, British Airways and Euroatlantic Airways Charter fly direct from Madrid to Recife.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Madrid to Recife?

As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Madrid to Recife.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Recife?

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Recife is usually June 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport on Thursday, 6 November 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 30 minutes.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Madrid Airport to Recife with?

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

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid to Recife? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Recife.£398 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £398, select.

Recife.£416 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £416, select.

Recife.£416 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £416, select.

Recife.£421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £421, select.

Recife.£469 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £469, select.

Recife.£494 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £494, select.

Recife.£496 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 24 Jul.Return flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Recife.Inbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Recife on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £496, select.

Recife.£518 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Recife.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Recife on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £518, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Recife

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

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Madrid to Recife: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£398
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	8 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Iberia
Average flights per week	8

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Recife: Frequently asked questions

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Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know

Recife's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Recife four hours behind Madrid.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to REC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight is £241. A round-trip fare right now is £398. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to REC if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from MAD to REC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Of the flights that depart from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:

Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and experience more of Recife and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

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

Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 10 miles from the centre of Recife. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

January is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Recife in April.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Recife during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to REC in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

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