Flying from Recife Airport (REC) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Recife Airport to Porto Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours.
The timezone in Porto is UTC+0, which is three hours ahead of Recife.
Give yourself enough time to make your REC to OPO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Azul Airlines is your gateway to exploring Porto (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Portugal!). Check out the direct flights from Recife Airport to Porto Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with Azul Airlines on this route.
With an impressive 90.0% of services arriving as planned, Azul Airlines has the best on-time performance for REC to OPO flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Recife Airport (REC) to Porto Airport (OPO)
£290 is currently the best price for a one-way Recife Airport to Porto Airport flight. A return flight starts at £475. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from REC to OPO, book your journey one month before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Recife Airport to Porto Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Recife Airport (REC)
Recife Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from REC land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
Central Recife to Recife Airport is approximately 11 kms (7 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near REC. Whether you have an early flight from Recife Airport to Porto Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
If you're getting in on a late Recife Airport to Porto Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near OPO:
Explore without limits with a Porto Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and find adventure across Porto and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Porto Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Recife Airport to Porto Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Porto in March.
When reserving your flight from Recife Airport to Porto Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Porto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from REC to OPO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Porto, now it's time to discover other corners of Portugal. Journey around 274 kms (170 miles) south to Lisbon to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pasteis de Belém to belém and Real Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Belém, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Portugal, head for Amadora, about 274 kms (170 miles) south of Porto. Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã are among its highlights.