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

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

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 Jose 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.

Have flight prices from San Jose to Recife changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,584 to $3,637. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San Jose to Recife are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,058, which is 81% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San Jose and Recife?

Recife is 4 hours ahead of San Jose (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

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Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

1:05 pm - 8:40 pmSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

26h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

5:50 pm - 10:43 amREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

21h 53m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Los Angeles

$1,584LATAM Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Nov 21

6:30 am - 12:40 pmSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

26h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

2:50 pm - 11:50 amREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

26h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,637LATAM Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 10

6:30 am - 12:10 pmSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

24h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

5:50 pm - 11:50 amREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

23h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,722LATAM Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Dec 13

6:30 am - 12:10 pmSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

25h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

10:55 am - 7:11 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

37h 16m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$2,151LATAM Airlines

Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Feb 15

6:00 am - 1:55 pmSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

26h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

4:45 pm - 11:05 amREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

23h 20m2 stops Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,222GOL

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Oct 18

6:40 am - 10:40 amSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

24h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1:35 pm - 7:00 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

33h 25m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$2,589LATAM Airlines

Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 6

10:30 pm - 12:10 pmSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

32h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

1:10 pm - 2:52 pmREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

30h 42m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Los Angeles

$3,586LATAM Airlines

Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 6

10:30 pm - 6:45 pmSJC San Jose-REC Recife Guararapes Intl

39h 15m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

2:50 pm - 11:56 amREC Recife Guararapes Intl-SJC San Jose

26h 06m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$3,637LATAM Airlines

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

LATAM Airlines ($1,584) and GOL ($2,222) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Jose to Recife according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Recife?
Flights from San Jose to Recife usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Recife Guararapes Intl (REC).
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 Jose 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.
Have flight prices from San Jose to Recife changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,584 to $3,637. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Jose to Recife looking right now?
One-way fares from San Jose to Recife are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,058, which is 81% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between San Jose and Recife?
Recife is 4 hours ahead of San Jose (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

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Recife Guararapes Intl Airport.
- Ibis Recife Aeroporto
- Hotel Atlante Plaza
- Rede Andrade Onda Mar

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