Rio de JaneirotoRecifeFlight Time
GIG–REC · Nonstop
Rio de Janeiro (Rio de Janeiro-Galeao International Airport) to Recife (Guararapes International Airport).
The estimated flight time from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Recife (REC) is about 2h 58m, covering 1,155 miles. GOL Airlines and Azul Airlines fly the route nonstop with 4-5/day departures, from 08:35 to 22:35 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~2h 58m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 1,155 mi | Nonstop | 4-5/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Rio de Janeiro to Recife
GOL Airlines and Azul Airlines operate 4-5/day flights from GIG to REC. Departures leave from Terminal 2 at GIG.
- First departure
- 08:35
- Last departure
- 22:35
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Scheduled departure times
- 10
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOL Airlines | 3-4/day | Boeing 737 · Terminal 2 | 08:3513:0513:15 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
REC to GIG flights — 5/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for GIG, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 32 scheduled departures across 6 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?
The estimated flight time from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Recife (REC) is about 2h 58m, based on the 1,155-mile flying distance.
How far is Rio de Janeiro from Recife?
Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Recife (REC) is about 1,155 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?
Yes. GOL Airlines and Azul Airlines fly nonstop from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Recife (REC), with 4-5/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?
GOL Airlines and Azul Airlines fly nonstop from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Recife (REC).
What aircraft fly from Rio de Janeiro to Recife?
The GIG–REC route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Boeing 737.