Cheap Flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro - Compare and Book on Opodo

Cheapest time to fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of June. Take advantage of this per
week: 15 June - 21 June
$127
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Currency and price comparison

MealMid-priced restaurant
50%The average meal is 50% more expensive in Rio de Janeiro than in Recife.
Recife$6.95
Rio de Janeiro$10.43
TrainLocal, one-way ticket
19%Trains are 19% more expensive in Rio de Janeiro than in Recife.
Recife$1.17
Rio de Janeiro$1.39
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
2%A taxi fare in Rio de Janeiro is 2% cheaper than in Recife.
Recife$1.73
Rio de Janeiro$1.70
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
6%Coffee is 6% more expensive in Rio de Janeiro than in Recife.
Recife$3.25
Rio de Janeiro$3.44
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 3.58 BRL
1 BRL = 0.28 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 4/05
Distance: 1874 kms
Recife airports
Rio de Janeiro airports
Rio De Janeiro International Airport (GIG)How far from city centre: 13 kms
Santos Dumont (SDU)How far from city centre: 11 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro

How long does the flight take to go from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
The total flight time between Recife and Rio de Janeiro is of around 4 h and 20 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,873.9 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
When you fly from Recife to Rio de Janeiro the average price is $260. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Recife to Rio de Janeiro at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from Recife to Rio de Janeiro. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
Is Rio de Janeiro expensive to visit compared to Recife?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Rio de Janeiro costs an average of $1.70, 2% cheaper than Recife, with a fare of $1.73,
while train tickets costs 19% more in Rio de Janeiro: $1.39 against $1.17 in Recife.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from $11.15 in Rio de Janeiro, 60% more than the $6.97 in Recife.
The price of the coffee is around 2% more expensive in Rio de Janeiro, with an average of $3.21 , while in Recife the coffee costs $3.26.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Brazil may apply when travelling from Recife. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Rio de Janeiro compared to Recife?
While in Recife temperatures can reach an average of 26º ºC in summer, Rio de Janeiro's temperatures can rise to 27º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 22º ºC in Rio de Janeiro, compared to the 24º ºC average in Recife.

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