Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Recife?

Flights from San Francisco to Recife usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Recife Guararapes Intl (REC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Recife?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Recife.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Recife?

On the San Francisco to Recife route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 62%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $835 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,168: a $1,333 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Recife?

Some of the most popular sights in Recife are Pina Beach and Boa Viagem Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Recife on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Recife?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Recife looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Recife are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $592, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Recife?

Recife is 4 hours ahead of San Francisco (Brasilia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Recife Guararapes Intl Airport (REC)?

Recife Guararapes Intl Airport (REC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include: · FOCO · Avis · Localiza · MOVIDA · Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Recife flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Recife range from $975 to $1,770, with an average of $1,135 over the past 12 months. Anything below $975 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Recife?

GOL ($971) and American Airlines ($1,037) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Recife according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Typical prices: $975-$1,770

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Typical prices: $440-$669

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Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 10

11:44 pm - 11:15 amSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

30h 31m2 stops Miami Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

2:35 pm - 7:16 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

33h 41m2 stops Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Miami

$971GOL

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8

1:30 pm - 4:05 pmSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

21h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

3:40 pm - 12:37 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

25h 57m2 stops Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$971GOL

Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Dec 14

12:08 pm - 3:45 pmSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

23h 37m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

4:45 pm - 1:12 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

25h 27m2 stops Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$976GOL

Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10

11:12 am - 4:30 pmSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

24h 18m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

2:35 pm - 2:47 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

29h 12m2 stops Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,036GOL

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Dec 13

2:00 pm - 4:35 pmSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

22h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

2:25 pm - 1:12 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 47m2 stops Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,036GOL

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21

8:35 am - 12:05 pmSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

23h 30m2 stops Miami Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

3:35 pm - 1:10 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

25h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,037American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

2:00 pm - 4:40 pmSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

22h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

3:35 pm - 10:18 amREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 43m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Miami

$1,037American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

9:35 am - 11:15 amSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

21h 40m2 stops Miami Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

12:40 pm - 2:15 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

29h 35m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,037GOL

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

9:35 am - 11:15 amSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

21h 40m2 stops Miami Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

5:20 pm - 11:48 amREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 28m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,037American Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 14

7:30 am - 12:05 pmSFO San Francisco-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

24h 35m2 stops Miami Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

3:35 pm - 3:01 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 26m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,078American Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Recife flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Recife with more confidence.

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Recife?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Recife start at $971. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $975 to $1,770. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $971 on GOL.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Recife?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Recife, it is 27% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 91% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	July
High season	November
Cheapest flight	$521

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 28% lower on average.

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When to book flights from San Francisco to Recife

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Recife?
Flights from San Francisco to Recife usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Recife Guararapes Intl (REC).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Recife?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Recife.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Recife?
On the San Francisco to Recife route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 62%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $835 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,168: a $1,333 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Recife?
Some of the most popular sights in Recife are Pina Beach and Boa Viagem Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Recife on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Recife?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Recife looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Recife are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $592, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Recife?
Recife is 4 hours ahead of San Francisco (Brasilia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Recife Guararapes Intl Airport (REC)?
Recife Guararapes Intl Airport (REC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
· FOCO
· Avis
· Localiza
· MOVIDA
· Budget
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Recife flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Recife range from $975 to $1,770, with an average of $1,135 over the past 12 months. Anything below $975 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $835 - about $1,333 less than Friday (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Recife trip for November. Fares historically average $822 round-trip in that month - typically $1,124 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Recife Guararapes Intl Airport.
- Hotel Atlante Plaza
- Ibis Recife Aeroporto
- Park Hotel

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