Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located in Recife. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is four hours ahead of Recife.
Leave enough time to catch your REC to Frankfurt flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
REC is about 5 miles from central Recife. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near REC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
79.3% of flights that leave from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Frankfurt
£297 is currently the best price for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return plane tickets start from £423. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from REC to Frankfurt if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 9 miles from the centre of Frankfurt. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from REC to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Once your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Frankfurt has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 75 miles from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your REC to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Visit Frankfurt during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Frankfurt during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from REC to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other parts of Germany. Travel around 260 miles north-east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 240 miles north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.