Flying from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Foz do Iguaçu and Recife share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IGU to REC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Azul offers direct flights from Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Recife — and maybe even more of Brazil if you have time.
Azul is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 75.0% of services arriving as planned, Azul is the most punctual carrier offering IGU to REC flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
53 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 134 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IGU to REC.
The cheapest month for flights from Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cataratas International Airport, data shows 79.84% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Cataratas International Airport from central Foz do Iguaçu, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to IGU? If you're catching an early flight from Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
If you're landing on a late Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near REC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or National and explore beyond Recife's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
From Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, Recife is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Recife. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Cataratas International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Recife, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IGU to REC sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brazil
Recife is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Recife, a visit to Maceio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.
Natal is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres north of Recife. No trip is complete without experiencing Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.