Cheap Flights from Recife to Rio De Janeiro — $79

The Recife — Rio De Janeiro route is served by a wide range of airlines: 4 in total, including Gol Transportes Aéreos, Azul Brazilian Airlines, LATAM Chile, and LATAM Brasil. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $79. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro with confidence—our search scans over 700 airlines, 50+ travel agencies and more than 5 top booking systems to uncover the best prices, flight times and flexible conditions for your trip. Compare options side-by-side and book the ideal Recife–Rio connection in minutes, whether you’re chasing beaches, business or Carnival excitement.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Recife to Rio De Janeiro is $79 (March 2026), while the maximum is $103 (January 2026). On average, a ticket costs $91–$103.

Recife/Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) is the main international gateway to Pernambuco and the Pernambuco metro area, serving a mix of full-service carriers and regional/budget airlines that connect Northeast Brazil with domestic and some international routes. Located about 11 km (7 miles) southwest of downtown Recife, it’s typically a short drive — roughly 20–40 minutes depending on traffic — with taxis and ride-hailing services commonly used (fares vary), plus regular airport shuttles and car rental options. Pros: relatively close to the city center and offers international connections and a range of passenger facilities; cons: can be busy at peak times and transfer times within the terminal may be longer than smaller regional fields.

Fly direct from Recife to Rio de Janeiro for the fastest, most convenient way to get between these two vibrant Brazilian cities — less hassle, no layovers, and more time to enjoy beaches and nightlife. While connecting flights can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop trip saves hours and offers a more comfortable, stress-free travel experience, making it worth considering when booking.

Rio de Janeiro is served mainly by two airports with distinct roles. Galeão–Antonio Carlos Jobim (GIG) functions as the international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carriers; it sits about 20–25 km north of downtown and can be reached by taxi or app ride in roughly 25–40 minutes depending on traffic, or by airport bus and planned rail links with fares typically spanning moderate ranges. Santos Dumont (SDU) is a smaller, centrally located airport favored for domestic and regional flights, especially by budget and business-oriented carriers, lying just 2–4 km from the city center with transfers often under 15 minutes by taxi or public ferry. Pros: Galeão offers more international connectivity and amenities, while Santos Dumont is extremely convenient for quick downtown access. Cons: Galeão can mean longer transfers and variable traffic delays, whereas SDU may be pricier per minute and has more limited route options.