Flying from Rome to Recife International Airport (REC): What you need to know
The timezone in Recife is UTC-3, which is four hours behind Rome. Recife International Airport is located in Recife.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to REC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Recife International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
71% of flights that take off from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on time.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your Rome to REC flight:
73% of flights leaving Rome Ciampino Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Recife International Airport (REC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Recife International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near REC instead:
Grab a Recife International Airport rental car and explore Recife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Rome to Recife International Airport flight.
Getting from Recife International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Central Recife is around 11 kilometres from Recife International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Recife International Airport (REC)
Currently, ر.ق. 1,250 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Recife International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,011. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rome to REC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Rome to Recife International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Recife International Airport (REC)
September is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Recife International Airport (REC), while January is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Recife based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Rome to REC plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Recife to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Recife International Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC.
More about Recife
After booking your flight from Rome to Recife International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Recife:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Convent of Sao Francisco, Jardim Botânico and Jungle and Sea are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Recife itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've experienced Recife. Around 177 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Ponta Verde, Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara.
Natal is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north of Recife. No trip is complete without seeing Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.
