Travelling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is 1 hour behind Recife, where Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located. Washington DC operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from REC to Washington DC, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
To visit United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Brazil. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Recife, REC can be reached in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 17 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near REC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Washington DC
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC is 336 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 608 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from REC to Washington DC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 43 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
After your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 3 hours and 26 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near IAD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from REC to Washington DC at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Washington DC in May when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from REC to Washington DC sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Washington DC:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Washington DC to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Mall.
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