Flying from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Milan: what you need to know
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1. The city is 4 hours ahead of Recife, where Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from REC to Milan.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you hold a passport from Brazil and plan to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Recife, REC can be reached in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 17 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near REC? If you're catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Milan
355 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan. A return flight starts from 707 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from REC to Milan, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to the centre of Milan takes about 45 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 53 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you're catching a late flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
After your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BGY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from REC to Milan:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan. To escape the crowds, visit Milan in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from REC to Milan in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
After locking in your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Milan, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are essential stops on your Milan itinerary.
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