Flying from Orlando to Recife International Airport (REC): What you need to know
Orlando's main base, Orlando International Airport (MCO), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Orlando to Recife International Airport (REC).
The average time for a direct Orlando to Recife International Airport flight is 8 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Orlando. Recife International Airport is located in Recife.
To ensure you get on your flight from Orlando to REC, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during busy periods like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Orlando to Recife International Airport (REC) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Orlando to Recife International Airport with Azul. This top carrier operates services from MCO.
The top choice among passengers flying between MCO and REC is Azul Airlines.
Azul Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 75.0% of its services landing on time.
Travelling from central Orlando to MCO takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Orlando to Recife International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is around 40 kilometres from central Orlando. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Orlando to REC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69%.
About Recife International Airport (REC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Recife International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Orlando to Recife International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Recife International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Recife International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Recife. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Recife International Airport (REC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Recife International Airport is ر.ق. 1,085. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,781. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from Orlando to REC by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
November is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Orlando to Recife International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Orlando to REC.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Recife International Airport (REC)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Recife. January is when most people book flights from Orlando to Recife International Airport (REC), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Orlando to REC plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Recife to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Recife International Airport in August when temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC.
More about Recife
Start your Recife trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Recife International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Church Our Lady of Health are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Recife itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southwest of Recife, a trip to Maceio will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Jatiuca Beach, Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara and Ipioca Beach.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Brazil, consider Natal, about 257 kilometres north of Recife. Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte are key reasons to visit.
