Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know
Recife is two hours ahead of Bogota and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BOG to REC flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight is $300. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $500. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOG to REC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BOG to REC.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from El Dorado International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.
Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Of the flights that depart from El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% arrive on time at their destination.
El Dorado International Airport is around 8 miles from central Bogota. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BOG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
If you're landing on a late El Dorado International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near REC:
Pick up a Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport rental car and explore Recife and beyond with your own set of wheels. Foco, Localiza and National are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) to central Recife
Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is roughly 10 miles from central Recife. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)
January is the most popular month for flights from El Dorado International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Recife in April.
Book your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Recife during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 75ºF and 88ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOG to REC in August. Average temperatures are between 72ºF and 82ºF then.
Explore more of Brazil
Maceio is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Recife. Around 120 miles away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.
If you're ready to explore another side of Brazil, consider Natal, roughly 160 miles north of Recife. Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas are highlights.
