Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Orlando: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando.
Orlando is one hour behind Recife, where Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located. Orlando observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the most traveled route, with two weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from REC to MCO is with Azul at 13:20. Choose the first departure operated by Azul at 12:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your REC to Orlando flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando ticket. Start your journey at REC and end it at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Take to the skies with Azul. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando.
Travelling from central Recife to REC takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near REC:
When it comes to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.3% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Orlando
£208 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £425. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from REC to Orlando.
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Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 20 miles. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Pick up an Orlando International Airport rental car and discover Orlando and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Orlando International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from REC to Orlando.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
After your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 30 miles from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SFB. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your REC to Orlando flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SFB one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
Visit Orlando during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from REC to Orlando in January when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
Once you've booked your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Orlando, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Orlando:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando Resort and Lake Eola Park are popular attractions which should be on any good Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Orlando, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 130 miles north to Jacksonville to check off its leading sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, head for Miami, roughly 210 miles south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are highlights.