Traveling from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.
Recife and Porto Alegre are in the UTC-3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are seven Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your REC to POA flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Azul has direct flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Porto Alegre — and maybe even more of Brazil if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Azul.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
$114 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport flight. Return flights start at $227. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from REC to POA.
The cheapest month for flights from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
79.3% of flights that depart Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport from central Recife, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Arriving at Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
If you're coming in on a late Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near POA:
Grab a Salgado Filho International Airport rental car and discover Porto Alegre and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Foco and Movida are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Salgado Filho International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to central Porto Alegre
From Salgado Filho International Airport, Porto Alegre is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
The quietest month for a flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport is May, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Porto Alegre based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport to Salgado Filho International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Porto Alegre during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from REC to POA in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Porto Alegre has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Brazil you should also see. About 483 kilometers north-east of Porto Alegre, a trip to Joinville will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Rua das Palmeiras, Parque Zoobotanico and Expoville Park.
Around 370 kilometers north-east of Porto Alegre, Florianopolis is another essential stop in Brazil. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Joaquina beach, Farol da Barra da Lagoa and Hercilio Luz Bridge.