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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Buenos Aires to Recife flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Buenos Aires to Recife

Buenos Aires to Recife: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Buenos Aires to Recife below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Recife.

Buenos Aires to Recife: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$367
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineJetSMART
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Recife: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Buenos Aires to Recife is $367. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Buenos Aires to Recife.
JetSMART, JetSmart and GOL Linhas Aéreas fly direct from Buenos Aires to Recife.
There are 16 flights per week flying from Buenos Aires to Recife, as of September 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Buenos Aires to Recife is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Buenos Aires to Recife Airport on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Recife but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Recife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Recife is JetSmart.

Flying from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): What you need to know

  • Buenos Aires is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).

  • Hop on a direct Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours.

  • Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is located in Recife. The city's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Buenos Aires.

  • Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) is the most popular route, with 2 direct services every week. You can travel from AEP to REC on Gol's 7:40pm flight.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Buenos Aires to REC.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Buenos Aires

Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP). Nonstop flights from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) are available from here.

  • When jetting out of AEP, you can take a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport with Gol.

  • The most frequently booked airline between AEP and REC is Gol.

  • Gol is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.78% of its services landing on time.

  • AEP is about 14 kilometers from central Buenos Aires. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 83.76% of flights leaving Jorge Newbery Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from AEP.

Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)

  • Think about kicking off your trip from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) plane ticket from this hub.

  • You can board a direct flight from Buenos Aires to REC with Gol. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of EZE.

  • Gol ranks number one in bookings on the EZE to REC route.

  • Among the carriers operating flights between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport, Gol has the best track record for timeliness.

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Buenos Aires to REC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport:

  • Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 83.93% of them landing within the expected time frame.

About Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife

  • The center of Recife is around 8 kilometers from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • $213 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. Return flights start at $367. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to REC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Cheap Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Buenos Aires to REC by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Recife based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your Buenos Aires to REC plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Recife, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

More about Recife

Explore more of Brazil

  • You've done Recife, now it's time to discover more of Brazil. Journey about 177 kilometers south-west to Maceio to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ponta Verde to Jatiuca Beach and Piscinas Naturais de Pajucara, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Natal is another essential stop in Brazil and is around 257 kilometers north of Recife. No journey is complete without seeing Ponta Negra Beach, Morro do Careca beach and Praia do Forte.

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