Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Santiago and Recife share the UTC-3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
To ensure you catch your SCL to REC flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Currently, ج.م. 8,106 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 17,159. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SCL to REC, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.58% of the time.
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SCL:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
Reserve a hotel near REC if you have a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and explore Recife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Recife. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The quietest month for a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Recife based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Recife is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCL to REC in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Recife, now it's time to discover other corners of Brazil. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Maceio to check off its top sights. From Parque municipal de Maceio to Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Brazil, head for Natal, roughly 257 kilometres north of Recife. Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas are among its highlights.
