Flying from Natal Airport (NAT) to Recife Airport (REC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Natal Airport to Recife Airport is 1 hour.
Natal and Recife share the same timezone, UTC-3.
Every week, there are 12 Natal Airport to Recife Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, take the 06:00 Azul flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 18:50 with Azul.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your NAT to REC flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Travelling to Recife (and then discovering more of Brazil!) is a breeze with Azul Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Natal Airport to Recife Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Azul Airlines.
With a dependable 88.59% of services arriving on schedule, Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating NAT to REC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Natal Airport (NAT) to Recife Airport (REC)
£45 is currently the best price for a one-way Natal Airport to Recife Airport flight. A return flight starts at £90. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from NAT to REC, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Natal Airport to Recife Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from NAT to REC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Natal Airport to Recife Airport.
Handy information about Natal Airport (NAT)
82% of flights leaving Natal Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from NAT.
Natal Airport is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Natal. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NAT? If you're boarding an early flight from Natal Airport to Recife Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Recife Airport (REC)
If you have a late Natal Airport to Recife Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near REC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Recife Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Recife's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Recife Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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 reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Recife Airport (REC)
The quietest month for a flight from Natal Airport to Recife Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Recife based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Natal Airport to Recife Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Recife, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NAT to REC in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Recife. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the south-west, its best attractions include Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) north of Recife, Natal is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.