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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid to Recife? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Recife.Rs95,162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs95,162, select.
Recife.Rs95,803 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs95,803, select.
Recife.Rs97,000 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,000, select.
Recife.Rs101,161 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs101,161, select.
Recife.Rs109,624 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs109,624, select.
Recife.Rs115,310 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs115,310, select.
Recife.Rs115,825 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs115,825, select.
Recife.Rs116,281 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Azul Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Azul Airlines departs from Madrid on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Recife.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs116,281, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Recife

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Recife flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from Rs97,000
Jun
from Rs95,162
Jul
from Rs177,878
Aug
from Rs109,624
Sep
from Rs95,803
Oct
from Rs115,825
Nov
from Rs101,161
Dec
from Rs116,281
Jan
from Rs143,126
Feb
from Rs116,856
Mar
from Rs116,359
Apr
from Rs116,281

Direct flights from Madrid to Recife

Madrid to Recife: Alternative routes

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

Madrid to Recife: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs95,162
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time8 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Recife: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Recife is Rs180,078. 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.
8 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Recife.
Iberia, British Airways and Euroatlantic Airways Charter fly direct from Madrid to Recife.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Madrid to Recife.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Recife is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Recife Airport on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 30 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.
Currently, Azul Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Recife.

Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC): what you need to know

  • Recife's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Recife four hours behind Madrid.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to REC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport flight is Rs95,162. A round-trip fare right now is Rs180,078. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to REC if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MAD to REC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • Of the flights that depart from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:

Arriving at Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

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

  • Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Recife. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC)

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Recife in April.

  • Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Guararapes-Gilberto Freyre International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Recife during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAD to REC in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.

Explore more of Brazil

  • Maceio is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Recife. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Parque municipal de Maceio, Museu Theo Brandao de Antropologia e Folclore and Praça do Bicentenário.

  • Around 257 kilometres north of Recife, Natal is another favourite stop in Brazil. Start your sightseeing at Fortaleza dos Reis Magos, Metropolitan Cathedral and Parque das Dunas.

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